Clinical Research Methods in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
2nd Edition
Published on 28. February 2013
Book
Hardback
312 pages
978-1-59756-508-0 (ISBN)
Description
Written for graduate students and practicing clinicians, this textbook, now in its second edition, provides comprehensive knowledge about understanding and conducting clinical research. Specifically, readers will learn to understand the strengths and weaknesses of different research methodologies, apply the results of research to clinical practice and decision making, and understand the importance of research ethics. Importantly, this is the only book to take into account qualitative research and evidence-based practice, and to provide a detailed discussion of research ethics. For the second edition, the authors have updated and expanded the content.New and expanded topics include: HIPAA and its impact on research Knowledge and skills needed for evidence-based research Application of revised Codes of Ethics to research: AAA (2011) and ASHA (2010) Comparison of ASHA (2005) and (2007) levels of evidence Chronology of research misconduct in the United States Organizational support for evidence-based practice Framing questions: PICO and PESICO Research utilization Information literacy Use of social networking as a research database Using single-subject design for ASD subjects In addition, the chapter on research grants includes an updated and expanded list of potential funding sources for grant-seeking purposes, both online and text-based, for federal, foundation, association, and corporate research grants.
With its updated content and many new features, Clinical Research Methods in speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Second Edition is an excellent choice for students and professionals seeking to increase their knowledge of of research in communication sciences and disorders.
With its updated content and many new features, Clinical Research Methods in speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Second Edition is an excellent choice for students and professionals seeking to increase their knowledge of of research in communication sciences and disorders.
Reviews / Votes
Gail B. Kempster, International Journal of Audiology (2014) " - While there are a number of very good texts that are written for our discipline - most of which are referenced in this book - no one text I have used has covered the broad number of topics I want students to learn in my course. That was true until I was able to review "Clinical Research Methods in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology " (2nd ed.) by Irwin, Pannbacker, and Lass, a text I had not previously examined. "Clinical Research Methods - " contains 14 well-written and well-referenced chapters. The text is easy to read, even for students encountering these concepts for the first time. Chapter topics cover the gamut from an introduction to research to the evaluation of tests and treatments to coverage of issues related to research proposals and grants. The authors appear to have written the text both for students (future clinicians) who need to learn how to evaluate research in the discipline in order to apply it to practice, and for potential investigators. These dual purposes are difficult to balance, but Irwin, Pannbacker, and Lass do a fine job in maintaining clear explanations and providing a depth of content important for both audiences. The formatting and style of each chapter are especially helpful for readers - Some chapters stand out as particular assets to users: The chapter on research ethics is well-researched and thoughtful. The inclusion of a chapter on multimethod research may be ahead of publications in the field due to the apparent dearth of such studies in speech language pathology and audiology. Particularly helpful is the information contrasting narrative reviews, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses - " Clinical Research Methods in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology " (2nd ed.) by Irwin, Pannbacker, and Lass is a comprehensive introductory text written for students in communication disorders and for potential investigators. I recommend it for a graduate course in research methods because of its broad range of covered topics, helpful pedagogical features, and extensive references. This text will be on my book adoption order for next year!" ================================================================== Chris Whitfeld, BSC, MA, AudiologyNow, Spring 2013: "This book is a comprehensive description of modern clinical research methods. It is primarily written with the student in mind and assumes little prior knowledge. However any audiologist returning to research after a break would benefit from it. If you just plan to contribute to the profession by doing a bit of research of a practical or enquiring kind, there is a lot in the book for you... ------------------------------------------------------------------ The book's main advantage over other research methods texts for the Australian Audiologist is the use of examples of research that are relevant to us. This makes it easier to engage with the concepts as they are presented. The text is highly structured with each chapter having an outline, learning objectives, introduction, content, summary, discussion questions and excellent references. The structure makes it highly suitable as a textbook for audiology courses. It is well written and clear in its explanations... ------------------------------------------------------------------ Overall, this is an excellent text, that it has come to a second edition alone highly recommends it. It is a complete, structured description of modern clinical research methods. It is highly recommended as preparation for anyone planning to do research of a primary or secondary kind or even if they just want to start reading a bit more of the literature in their field. It could easily be used as the basis for a course at an undergraduate or post graduate level. But it is more- it is relevant to modern clinical practice and extremely encouraging and positive about the outlook for professions that get involved in research." ================================================================== Sheila V. Stager, BSc, MS, MS, PhD (Voice Treatment Center), Doody's Review Service, (2008): "This is an excellent resource for anyone interested in research. The inclusion of information on ethics, grant writing, treatment outcomes, and evidence-based practice as well as the more standard information on design and statistics set this apart from other research design books. The text is well organized, and the writing is clear and understandable. It would make an excellent textbook for a research design course. [Refers to First Edition]"More details
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
San Diego
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Product notice
Laminated cover
Illustrations
b/w illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 262 mm
Width: 181 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
771 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-59756-508-0 (9781597565080)
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Previous edition
David Irwin | Mary Pannbacker | Norman J. Lass
Clinical Research in Speech-language Pathology and Audiology
Book
01/2008
Plural Publishing Inc
€107.90
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Persons
Dr. David Irwin has a doctorate in speech-language pathology from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. He is retired from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center as Professor and Head of the Children's Center. Mary Pannbacker has a PhD in speech-language pathology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. She is Albertson's Professor of Speech-Language Pathology in the Rehabilitation Sciences Department at Louisiana State University Health. Norman J. Lass, Ph.D., is Professor of Speech Pathology and Audiology, West Virginia University.
Content
Chapter 1 Introduction to Research Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Introduction Importance of Research in Communication Disorders Historical Evolution of Research in Communication Disorders Sources of Knowledge Types of Research Descriptive Research Exploratory Research Experimental Research Survey Research Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 2 Research Ethics in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Need for Ethical Guidelines Historical Background Research Misconduct Issues in Research Ethics Planning Research Confidentiality Informed Consent Deception Institutional Approval Control Groups Conflicts of interest Mentoring Maintenance of Research Records Referencing of Sources Authorship Peer Review Publication Correction Evidence-Based Practice AAA Code of Ethics ASHA Code of Ethics Institutional Review Board Teaching Research Ethics Content Methods Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 3 Research Problems Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Basic Concepts and Terms Control of Variables Selecting a Topic Selecting a Research Problem Hypotheses and Theories Feasibility of a Research Project Budget Considerations and Preparation Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 4 Locating, Accessing, and Assessing Information Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Introduction Locating Information Databases Online Journals Use of the World Wide Web Interlibrary Loan Manual Searches Evaluating Research Rating the Evidence Levels of Evidence Critical Appraisal Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 5 Literature Reviews Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Organizing Literature Reviews Narrative Reviews Systematic Reviews Differences Between Narrative and Systematic Reviews Meta-Analysis Best-Evidence Synthesis Practice Guidelines Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 6 Measurement Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Scales of Measurement Nominal Level of Measurement Ordinal Level of Measurement Interval Level of Measurement Ratio Level of Measurement Validity of Measurement Reliability of Measurement Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 7 Research Design and Strategy Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Introduction Characteristics of a Good Design Group Designs Between-Subjects Design Within-Subjects Design Mixed-Group Design Advantages and Disadvantages of Group Designs Single-Subject Designs Sequential Clinical Trials Technologic Applications and Research Designs Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 8 Quantitative Research Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Characteristics of Quantitative Research Quantitative Research Designs Nonexperimental Designs Pre-experimental Designs Quasiexperimental Designs Single-Subject Designs Experimental Designs Quantitative Analysis Descriptive Statistics Inferential Statistics Multivariate Statistics Meta-Analysis Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 9 Qualitative Research Methods Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Characteristics of Qualitative Research Advantages and Disadvantages of Qualitative Research Myths About Qualitative Research Qualitative Research Designs Data Collection Self-Reports Observation Interviewing Focus Groups Document Analysis Sampling Analyzing Qualitative Data Evaluation of Qualitative Research Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 10 Multimethod Research Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Sequencing Research Designs Advantages and Disadvantages Data Analysis Evaluating Multimethod Research Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 11 Reporting and Disseminating Research Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Reasons for Reporting Research Myths About Research Reports Time Management for Reporting Research Procrastination Format of Research Reports Abstracts Key Words (Indexing Terms) Author Contributions Tables and Figures Writing Style APA Format References Personal Pronouns Avoiding Bias Permissions Rewriting and Revising Types of Research Reports Journal Articles Theses and Dissertations Textbooks Presentations at Professional Meetings Evaluating and Reviewing Research Reports Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 12 Evaluating Tests and Treatments Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Evaluation Issues Tests Treatment Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 13 Evidence-Based Practice: Application of Research to Clinical Practice Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Defining Evidence-Based Practice and Research Utilization Myths About Evidence-Based Practice Research Utilization in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Efforts to Implement Evidence-Based Practice Barriers to Evidence-Based Practice Strategies for Implementing Evidence-Based Practice Communicating the Evidence Summary Discussion Questions References Chapter 14 Research Grants Chapter Outline Learning Objectives Introduction Types of Awards The Grants Acquisition Process Grant Seeking General Principles of Grant Seeking Grant Proposal Writing Preliminary Considerations The Grant Proposal Budget The Idea/Problem Unsolicited and Solicited Proposals Basic Principles of Grant Proposal Writing Suggestions for Grant Proposal Writing Characteristics of a Fundable Research Grant Proposal The Proposal Review Process Grant Management Summary Discussion Questions Study Exercises References Glossary Index