Clinical Research Methods in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Third Edition

Now in its third edition, Clinical Research Methods in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology is a valuable and comprehensive resource for understanding and conducting clinical research in communication sciences and disorders.

Graduate students and practicing clinicians will benefit from the text's detailed coverage of various research topics. Specifically, readers will learn the strengths and weaknesses of different research methodologies, apply the results of research to clinical practice and decision-making, and understand the importance of research ethics.

Clinical Research Methods is the only text to take into account qualitative research and evidence-based practice, and to provide a detailed discussion of research ethics.

Key Features

Chapters begin with an outline of covered topics and learning objectives
End-of-chapter discussion questions apply concepts and incorporate real-life research situations
Numerous tables and charts display critical models and research procedures


New to the Third Edition

New co-authors, Mary Ellen Koay, PhD, CCC-SLP, FASHA, and Jennifer S. Whited, PhD, CCC-SLP, bring new and extensive research experiences to the team of authors
Expanded discussion of qualitative research methods
Additional and updated examples of mixed method designs published in speech-language pathology
Updated list of databases and sources for research in communication sciences and disorders
Updated references throughout, including many ASHA and AAA Codes of Ethics