Understanding Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Communication Disorders: A Primer for Students and Practitioners

Understanding Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Communication Disorders is an engaging, student-friendly text that explores the connection between common communication science research methods and clinical practice. Covering both the conceptual and the quantitative aspects of research methods, evidence-based practice, experimental design, and statistics, this book both elucidates various models of research and practice and explains how these models are important to the greater field of communication science. While some students and practitioners find many books on research, evidence-based practice, and statistical concepts to be intimidating, abstract, and dry, this text strives to emphasize not only the ideas surrounding evidence-based practice but also how its principles can be applied in clinical practice. Special Features Include: - An exceptionally comprehensive structure and outline that covers experimental design, the nature of science, statistical methods, and evidence-based practice, taking students on an in-depth exploration of research models and practices. - A student-friendly style that approaches statistics using a conceptual point of view that emphasizes the proper selection of quantitative methods and their interpretation. - Learning objectives that outline the most important points of each chapter and serve to help students organize their thoughts before and after completing their reading assignments. - Learning activities in every chapter that allow students to apply and think critically about central concepts. - A comprehensive glossary of research terms designed for quick and easy reference to important concepts and definitions. - A chapter on how to seek grant support and how to design capstone projects emphasizing the practical applications of key concepts and lessons.