Full Description
In this anticipated new edition of Single Case Research Methodology, David L. Gast and Jennifer R. Ledford detail why and how to apply standard principles of single case research methodology to one's own research or professional project. Using numerous and varied examples, they demonstrate how single case research can be used for research in behavioral and school psychology, special education, speech and communication sciences, language and literacy, occupational therapy, and social work. This thoroughly updated new edition features two entirely new chapters on measurement systems and controversial issues in single subject research, in addition to sample data sheets, graphic displays, and detailed guidelines for conducting visual analysis of graphic data. This book will be an important resource to student researchers, practitioners, and university faculty who are interested in answering applied research questions and objectively evaluating educational and clinical practices.
Contents
Chapter 1 Applied Research in Education and Behavioral Sciences, David L. Gast & Jennifer R. Ledford Chapter 2 Scientific Research in Educational and Clinical Settings, David L. Gast & James W. TawneyChapter 3 Ethical Principles and Practices in Research, Linda Mechling, David L. Gast, & Justin LaneChapter 4 Writing Tasks: Literature Reviews, Research Proposals, and Final Reports, Mark Wolery & Kathleen L. LaneChapter 5 Scientific Research in Educational and Clinical Settings, David L. Gast & Jennifer R. LedfordChapter 6 Replication, David L. GastChapter 7 Dependent Measures and Measurement Systems, Kevin Ayres & Jennifer R. Ledford Chapter 8 Visual Representation of Data, Amy D. Spriggs, Justin Lane, & David L. GastChapter 9 Visual Analysis of Graphic Data, David L. Gast & Amy D. SpriggsChapter 10 Withdrawal and Reversal Designs, David L. Gast & Dianna H. BaekeyChapter 11 Multiple Baseline and Multiple Probe Designs, David L. Gast, Blair P. Lloyd, & Jennifer R. LedfordChapter 12 Comparative and Other Designs, Mark Wolery, David L. Gast, & Jennifer R. LedfordChapter 13 Combination and Other Designs, Jennifer R. Ledford & David L. GastChapter 14 Controversial and Critical Issues in Single Case Research, Jennifer R. Ledford, Mark Wolery, & David L. Gast
