December 5, 2012 by Ying Hua, PhD; Franklin Becker, PhD; Teri Wurmser, PhD, MPH, RN; Jane Bliss-Holtz, DNSc, RN-BC; and Christine Hedges, PhD, RN
August 14, 2012 D. Kirk Hamilton, FAIA, FACHA, EDAC
D. Kirk Hamilton, FAIA, FACHA, EDAC
When a researcher begins a study, a crucial step is to state the research question, which must be precise and lead directly to the choice of research methods used in the attempt to answer it.
August 14, 2012 Saif Haq, PhD and Yang Luo
Introduction
The theory and methods of Space Syntax have been developing for the last 40 years. It began in the United Kingdom and is now known worldwide. Beginning with the idea that spatial layout generates material preconditions for social life as understood by movement, encounter, avoidance,...
August 14, 2012 Allison B. McCoy, PhD, Allison J. Ottenbacher, PhD, Dean F. Sittig, PhD, and Jason M. Etchegaray, PhD
This contribution to the series of methodology columns addresses frequently encountered issues in analyzing large data sets for research, including ensuring that the data are both usable and reliable. The authors welcome comments, suggestions, and questions about the content and presentation of...
May 15, 2012 Frank Zilm, FAIA, FACHA
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