Methods and Data Analysis for Cross-Cultural Research

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"A sound guide through the complexities ofcrosscultural research, written by an international team of first-rate scholars." -Harry C. Triandis, University of Illinois Heavy migration patterns, the globalization of markets, and increased cross-cultural communications have made cross-cultural research a necessity in the behavioral and social sciences. In Methods and Data Analysis for Cross-Cultural Research, authors Fons van de Vijver and Kwok Leung have developed a long-awaited guide for graduate students and professionals that presents cross-cultural methodology in a practical light. Covering all the major issues in the field, this volume's presentation of theory serves as a jumping board for the practical discussion of methods. design, and analysis that follows. The central focus is primarily on the design and analysis of quasi-experiments, which is the dominant framework for cross-cultural research. This volume presents an up-to-date overview ofthe most important tools of... Tovább

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"A sound guide through the complexities ofcrosscultural research, written by an international team of first-rate scholars." -Harry C. Triandis, University of Illinois Heavy migration patterns, the globalization of markets, and increased cross-cultural communications have made cross-cultural research a necessity in the behavioral and social sciences. In Methods and Data Analysis for Cross-Cultural Research, authors Fons van de Vijver and Kwok Leung have developed a long-awaited guide for graduate students and professionals that presents cross-cultural methodology in a practical light. Covering all the major issues in the field, this volume's presentation of theory serves as a jumping board for the practical discussion of methods. design, and analysis that follows. The central focus is primarily on the design and analysis of quasi-experiments, which is the dominant framework for cross-cultural research. This volume presents an up-to-date overview ofthe most important tools of cross-cultural research and illustrates the most meaningful techniques in feature boxes, complete with sample data. Professionals and students in the field of cross-cultural research will undoubtedly recognize that this is the most up-to-date and comprehensive practical guide on the markét. Researchers in the fields of clinical/counseling psychology, social work, research methods, sociology, ethnic studies, and social psychology will appreciate having this handy reference. Vissza