This second edition invites readers to be informed consumers of both quantitative and qualitative methods in early childhood research. The new edition includes updated examples and references as well as a new chapter on equity issues in research.

Acknowledgements. Chapter 1 Introduction. Part I Structures of Research. Chapter 2 How Do We Know? A Primer on the Nature of Knowing in Early Childhood Research by Kristin L. Whyte. Chapter 3 Advancing Equity in Early Childhood Education Research by Iheoma U. Iruka. Chapter 4 The Culture and Context of Research in Early Childhood Education. Chapter 5 Methodologies. Chapter 6 Qualitative Research: Aims and Methods. Chapter 7 Understanding Analyses in Qualitative Research. Chapter 8 Quantitative Research: Aims and Methods. Chapter 9 Understanding Analyses in Quantitative Research. Part II Asking Research Questions. Chapter 10 Research Questions about Children. Chapter 11 Questions About Adults in Children's Lives. Chapter 12 Research Questions About Curriculum and Classrooms. Chapter 13 Research Questions About Institutions and Policy. Chapter 14 Teacher Research by Andrew J. Stremmel. Part III Conclusion. Chapter 15 Research and Practice: Potentials, Challenges, and Limitations. Glossary. References. Index