Cooper leads the reader step-by-step through the five stage process integrating research reviewing -- from conceptualization of the research problem to the concise summary of the research review. New to the second edition is coverage of computer literature searches, the theoretical underpinnings of meta-analysis, the application of these procedures, and new material on coding sheets. Written in a clear, straightforward manner, this text is appropriate for anyone who has taken an introductory research methods course.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 147-151) and indexes.

Introduction -- The problem formulation stage -- The data collection stage -- The data evaluation stage -- The analysis and interpretation stage -- The public presentation stage -- Conclusion.