Knowledge into Action: Research Methods for Library, Archives, and Museum Professionals

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Susan K. Burke (University of Oklahoma, USA)

Knowledge into Action

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Research Methods for Library, Archives, and Museum Professionals

Susan K. Burke (University of Oklahoma, USA)

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Libraries Unlimited Inc
02 April 2026

Library, archive & information management; Storage, maintenance & preservation of collections; Museums & museology; Research methods: general

This new edition of a trailblazing textbook is written for students and professionals who need real-world approaches to applying research methodologies to solve practical problems within their institutions.

With extensive new and updated content, the second edition of Knowledge into Action retains respected authors Danny P. Wallace and Connie Van Fleet's focus on practical applications of research methods by library and information science professionals in workplace settings. Expanded to include the role of research methodologies in outcomes-based assessments, and to include the needs of museum professionals, this book is an invaluable resource for today's LAMs workplaces including libraries, archives, and museums.

Author Susan K. Burke highlights the diversity of people who engage with LAMs institutions and emphasizes the importance of including diverse voices in research activities. This text introduces readers – both students and working professionals – to core principles of research, the structure and steps of a research project, the most common methodologies used in LAMs, and the use of study outcomes for continuous improvement of services and processes. In addition to learning how to design and implement studies of their own, readers will also learn to be educated consumers of research literature.

A DIY guide to research, this hands-on text gives students step-by-step guidance to create and implement their own research studies. Exercises at the end of each chapter result in a complete research paper at the end of the course.

By: Susan K. Burke (University of Oklahoma USA)
Imprint: Libraries Unlimited Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 258mm, Width: 178mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 780g
ISBN: 9798216183174
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 02 April 2026
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Part One: Introduction and Structure 1. Introduction to Research and Evaluation in LIS 2. Research Ethics, Human Subjects Review, Inclusivity 3. Structure and Processes of a Study 5. The Plan/Proposal, Literature Review, Funding Part Two: Data Collection Design 6. Populations, Sampling, Using Available Data 7. Surveys 8. Focus Groups and Interviews 9. Observation, Unobtrusive Measures 10. Experimental Design 11. Historical and Archival Research 12. Scientometrics Part Three: Data Analysis and Use 13. Quantitative Data Analysis and Statistics 14. Qualitative Data Analysis 15. Outcomes-based Assessment 16. Wrap-up: Research, Evaluation, and Change Index

Susan K. Burke is an associate professor at the University of Oklahoma, USA, School of Library and Information Studies and Program Director for the OU Master of Arts in Museum Studies program.

Reviews for Knowledge into Action: Research Methods for Library, Archives, and Museum Professionals

This is the book I needed for my PhD. Clear, practical, and deeply insightful, it translates complex social science research methods into tools that are both accessible and directly applicable to the Library, Archives, and Museums fields. With concrete examples, useful references, and ready-to-use assignments, this updated edition is an invaluable resource for students and professionals alike, one that will elevate research design, analysis, and dissemination across the LAM sectors. I look forward to using this as the textbook in my research methods classes! -- Laura Phillips, PhD * Lecturer, Museum Studies, School of Information and Library Studies, University of Oklahoma *