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Peer reviewedKerslake, Evelyn; Goulding, Anne – Education for Information, 1996
Outlines current ideas about the use of focus groups in library and information science and considers advantages and disadvantages of different types of focus group discussions. Discusses reasons for choosing this research method. (AEF)
Descriptors: Data Collection, Focus Groups, Group Discussion, Information Science
Direct linkShenton, Andrew K. – Education for Information, 2005
In contrast to the considerable coverage of research methods and report writing, relatively little attention has been given in the professional literature to the steps that should be taken and issues which may be borne in mind by a researcher seeking to have his or her work published. By addressing ten broad questions reflecting common concerns,…
Descriptors: Information Science, Technical Writing, Research Methodology, Library Science
