An introduction to scientific research methods in geography & environmental studies /
Daniel R. Montello & Paul C. Sutton.
- 2nd ed.
- London : SAGE Publication, 2013.
- x, 314 p. : graphs., maps.
Includes bibliographical references.
Introduction : a scientific approach to geography and environmental studies -- Fundamental research concepts -- Scientific communication -- Data collection in geography and environmental studies : overview -- Physical measurements -- Behavioral observations and archives -- Explicit reports : surveys, interviews, and tests -- Experimental and nonexperimental research designs -- Sampling -- Statistical data analysis -- Data display : tables, graphs, maps, visualizations -- Reliability and validity -- Information technologies in research -- Ethics in scientific research.