Introduces the methods of scientific research through simple experiments with light and color, sound and music, plants, and chemical analysis. Also discusses equipment and safety.
Presents lists of print and Web resources on stem cells, racial profiling, same-sex marriage, and over sixty other divisive subjects, librarians may use to help students with research, and offers advice on how to build an environment of inquiry at school.
Presents a comprehensive program based on the nmemonic acronym RADCAB designed to help upper-elementary and middle school students think critically about information found on the Internet.
Weapons and defense research tackles some of the most serious threats to human safety and security in the world. Such work is designed to not only develop more potent weaponry for use in war and against terrorists but to find the most effective ways to protect soldiers on the field of battle.
Presents a practical guide written by college students for college students offering advice on preparing a college-level paper, and contains information on choosing and developing a topic, formulating a strong thesis, finding sources, revisions, and much more.
A collection of research topics in areas such as architecture, business and industry, contemporary issues, ecology, the humanities, law, mathematics, and more.
This book is a narrative guide to conducting research with print and subscription sources, complete with an overview of methodologies, tips for locating reference works and periodicals, and helpful resources.
This book is a narrative guide to conducting primary research, complete with an overview of methodologies, tips for collecting and applying qualitative and quantitative data, and helpful resources.