Applied research methods in urban and regional planning /

Applied research methods in urban and regional planning / Yanmei Li, Sumei Zhang.

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Main Authors: Li, Yanmei (Author), Zhang, Sumei (Author)
Format: Ebook
Language:English
Published: Cham, Switzerland : Springer International Publishing, [2022]
Subjects:
City planning > Research.
Regional planning > Research.
Online Access:Springer eBooks
Table of Contents:
  • Intro
  • Preface
  • Contents
  • Chapter 1: Research Methods and the Planning Process
  • The Planning Process
  • Research Methods and the Planning Process
  • Smart Cities, Machine Learning, and the Future of Urban Analytics
  • Structure of the Book
  • References
  • Web Resources
  • Chapter 2: Identifying the Research Problem
  • Research Problems Identified from Sub-disciplines of Planning
  • Literature Search for Research Questions
  • Research Questions Identified from Data
  • Research Questions Identified Through Other Sources
  • References
  • Web Resources
  • Chapter 3: Research Design
  • Project Statement
  • Literature Review
  • Sources of Literature
  • Systematic Quantitative Literature Review
  • Writing a Narrative Literature Review
  • Theorizing the Key Concepts
  • Citation Formats
  • Research Methodology
  • Research Ethics
  • References
  • Chapter 4: Data Collection
  • Data and Variables
  • Variables
  • Observations
  • Census Data Versus Sample Data
  • Sampling Techniques
  • Probability Sampling
  • Non-probability Sampling
  • Data Sources
  • Secondary Data Sources
  • Primary Data Sources
  • Surveys
  • Field Observations
  • Experimental Design
  • Public Forums and Focus Groups
  • Data Collection Through Social Media, Remote Sensing, Real-Time Tracking, and Other Technologies
  • References
  • Web Resources
  • Chapter 5: Data Presentation
  • Data, Information, and Geographic Information
  • Information and Planning
  • Data Presentation
  • Audiences
  • Table, Graph, and Map
  • Ten Rules for an Effective Data Presentation
  • Planning Ethics
  • References
  • Chapter 6: Communicating the Research Findings
  • Effective Communication
  • Plan the Communication
  • Technical Writing Skills
  • Types of Communication Conduit
  • Emails
  • Memorandum
  • Staff Report
  • Research Papers
  • Research or Planning Reports
  • Infographics
  • Proofreading
  • PowerPoint Presentation
  • Public Speaking Skills
  • Engaging the Audience
  • Facilitation Skills
  • Storytelling Skills
  • References
  • Chapter 7: Statistical Analysis
  • Summary Statistics
  • Measures of Location
  • Frequency Table
  • Measures of Dispersion
  • Probability
  • Basic Concepts
  • Relations Between Events and Facts of Probabilities
  • Assigning Probabilities
  • Using Probability for Planning Issues
  • Probability Distributions
  • Random Variable and Probability Distribution
  • Expected Value
  • Probability Mass Function
  • Probability Density Function
  • The Central Limit Theorem
  • Confidence Interval
  • Hypothesis Test
  • General Steps of a Hypothesis Test
  • One Sample z-Test of Population Mean
  • One Sample t-Test for Population Mean
  • Two Sample t-Test for Difference
  • Two-Sample t-Test
  • Type I Vs. Type II Error
  • The Simple Linear Regression
  • Dependent Vs. Independent Variable
  • The Concept of Correlation
  • Simple Linear Regression
  • Regression Analysis in Excel
  • Spatial Statistics
  • Appendix 1: Standard Normal Distribution
  • Appendix 2: T-Distribution
  • References
  • Chapter 8: Qualitative Data Analysis
  • Discovering Patterns in Qualitative Data
  • Frequencies
  • Magnitude
  • Structure
  • Processes
  • Causes and Consequences
  • Types of Qualitative Data
  • Observations and Ethnographic Data
  • Interview Data
  • Focus Groups or Design Charrette
  • Documents and Artifacts
  • Analyzing Qualitative Data
  • Cross-Case Analysis
  • Grounded Theory Method
  • Constant Comparative Method
  • Keywords-in-Context Analysis
  • Conversation Analysis
  • Word Count Analysis
  • Classical Content Analysis
  • Semiotics and Domain Analysis
  • Taxonomic Analysis
  • Componential Analysis
  • Qualitative Data Processing
  • Coding
  • Memoing
  • Concept Mapping
  • Common Software for Qualitative Data Analysis
  • References
  • Chapter 9: Demographic Analysis
  • Demographic Data
  • Resident-based Versus Employment-based Data
  • The Decennial Census
  • The American Community Survey
  • Describing the Population
  • Size
  • Composition and Characteristics
  • Population Changes
  • Distribution
  • Choosing a Benchmark
  • Extrapolation Analysis
  • Estimates Versus Projections
  • Extrapolation Versus Interpolation
  • Popular Growth Trends
  • The Cohort-component Method
  • Age Cohort
  • The Mortality Component
  • The Fertility Component
  • The Migration Component
  • Set Up a Cohort-Component Model
  • Population Projection Quality Assessment
  • References
  • Chapter 10: Analyzing the Local Economy
  • The Concept of Economy
  • Economic Activity Classification
  • U.S. Economic Data and Limitations
  • Assessing an Economy
  • The Economic Base Theory
  • Basic vs. Non-basic Employment
  • Base Multiplier
  • Calculating Basic and Non-basic Employment - Quick Approaches
  • Location Quotients
  • Calculating Base Multiplier: The Location Quotient Approach
  • Shift-Share Analysis
  • Set Up a Shift-Share Analysis
  • National Share
  • Industry Mix
  • Regional Shift
  • Employment Decomposition
  • Employment Projection
  • Input-Output Analysis
  • The Transaction Table
  • Input-Output Coefficients
  • Input-Output Matrix
  • The Leontief Matrix
  • Direct, Indirect, and Induced Effects
  • Multiplier Analyses
  • References
  • Chapter 11: Evaluation Research
  • Fundamentals of Budgeting
  • Ex-ante Evaluation Methods
  • Site Feasibility Analysis
  • Regulatory and Political Feasibility Analysis
  • Market Feasibility Analysis
  • Identifying Suitable Sites
  • Site-Specific Market Potentials
  • Target Market Identification
  • Riley's Law of Gravitation
  • Zip Code Tabulation to Capture Trade Area Data
  • Using GIS to Delineate Trade Areas
  • Understanding Local Area Market Conditions
  • Financial Feasibility Analysis
  • Time Value of Money
  • Sources of Funds Analysis
  • Uses of Funds Analysis
  • Balance Sheet and Income Statement
  • Costs and Benefits
  • Cash Flow and Pro-forma Analysis
  • Ex-post Analysis
  • Cost-Oriented Approaches
  • Goals Achievement Matrix (GAM)
  • Cost Effective Analysis (CEA)
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Cost Revenue Analysis
  • Before-and-After Comparisons
  • With-and Without Comparisons
  • Actual-Versus-Planned Performance Comparisons
  • Experimental Methods
  • Quasi-Experimental Methods
  • Economic Impact Analysis
  • Social Impact Analysis
  • Environmental Impact Analysis
  • Data Science, Technology, and Evaluation Research
  • References
  • Web Resources
  • Chapter 12: Urban Land Use Analysis
  • Land Use Classification
  • Land Use Inventory Analysis
  • Land Use Incompatibility
  • Land Use Indicators
  • Density
  • Diversity
  • Design
  • Destination Accessibility
  • Land Use Suitability Analysis
  • Future Land Development Projection
  • Analytical Programs and Models
  • References
  • Chapter 13: Transportation Planning Analysis
  • Key Concepts in Transportation Planning
  • Transportation and Mobility
  • Functional Classification of Streets and Roads
  • Level of Service
  • Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Modeling
  • Trip Generation, Distribution, Mode Choice, and Route Selection
  • Parking Analysis
  • Fundamentals of Traffic Data Analysis
  • Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT) and Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT)
  • K-Factor
  • Capacity and LOS
  • Critical Speed, Maximum Flow Rate, and Critical Density
  • Number of Signalized Intersections
  • Transit Data Analysis
  • Ridership and Boarding Estimation
  • Passenger Miles
  • Load Profiles
  • Schedule Adherence Analysis
  • Other Types of Transit Analysis
  • Cycling, Walking, and Other Alternative Mode Analysis
  • Travel Behavior and Safety Analysis
  • Capital Improvement Planning
  • Long-Range Transportation Planning
  • The Future of Mobility
  • References
  • Web Resources
  • Chapter 14: Environmental Analysis
  • Environmental Elements
  • Measures of the Environment
  • The Environmental Inventory Analysis
  • The Environmentally Sensitive Area Analysis
  • The Environmental Carrying Capacity
  • The Ecological Footprint
  • The Environmental Impact Assessment
  • References
  • Chapter 15: Housing Analysis
  • Land Economics
  • Housing Needs Assessment
  • Housing Supply Analysis
  • Provision of Affordable Housing
  • Fair Market Rent (FMR) and Income Limits
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program
  • Public Housing Projects
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
  • Housing Demand Analysis
  • The Gap: Housing Affordability Analysis
  • Housing Finance
  • Mortgages and Secondary Mortgage Market
  • Project Financing
  • Pro-forma and Cash Flow
  • Analyzing Housing Market Conditions
  • Housing Construction
  • Housing Price
  • Housing Tenure
  • Housing Vacancy Rates
  • Housing Affordability Analysis
  • Using GIS to Analyze Housing Market Conditions
  • References
  • Web Resources.
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