Internet for Nursing Research: A Guide to Strategies, Skills and Resources

Fitzpatrick, J. J., & Montgomery, K. S. (eds.). New York: Springer Publishing Company, 2004, 256 pp, $34.95; 877-687-7476; http://www.springerpub.com

This book is a resource for using the Internet as a tool for conducting, teaching, and using nursing research. From searching online databases to creating surveys and recruiting research subjects online, the Internet opens new possibilities in the research process, as well as new problems. Experienced researchers describe Internet-based research methods, information on online methods for teaching research, and accessing the research of others. The appendixes include samples of existing research projects that use Internet-based methodologies, as well as a listing of online resources for researchers.