Key Concepts in Measurement

by David F. Gillespie and Brian E. Perron

Measurement refers generally to the process of assigning a numeric value to, or ordering characteristics or traits of, entities under study. Measurement is necessary for building and testing theory, specifying problems, and defining goals. It is arguably one of the most important and diffcult tasks in social work research. Social work researchers who are not expert in developing, selecting, and using measures will not be able to contribute maximally...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 019985548X
• ISBN13: 9780199855483
• Release Date: April 2015
• Publisher: OUP Us
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.4" x 8.1"