Research methods in psychology /
Elmes, David G.
Research methods in psychology / David G. Elmes, Barry H. Kantowitz, Henry L. Roediger. - 8th ed. - Australia ; Belmont, CA : Thomson/Wadsworth, c2006. - xviii, 460 pages: illustrations ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 431-440) and indexes.
Basics of scientific psychology: Overview of psychological research; Explanation in scientific psychology; Exploring the literature of psychology
Basic research methods: Observations in
[In this book,] you'll find contemporary examples from primary sources that introduce and clarify key concepts, providing you with a big picture view of the basics of scientific investigation. You'll also get a firsthand taste of research methodology by working on interesting "Psychology in Action" projects that cover such topics as the relationship between the amount of sleep and tension headaches, preferences for cola drinks, and remembering 9/11. And, you'll leave the course with a solid understanding of what does, and does not, constitute valid and reliable research.-Back cover
0534609767
2005925207
Psychology--Research--Methodology--Textbooks.
Psychology, Experimental--Textbooks.
BF76.5 / .E44 2006
150.724 / ELM
Research methods in psychology / David G. Elmes, Barry H. Kantowitz, Henry L. Roediger. - 8th ed. - Australia ; Belmont, CA : Thomson/Wadsworth, c2006. - xviii, 460 pages: illustrations ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 431-440) and indexes.
Basics of scientific psychology: Overview of psychological research; Explanation in scientific psychology; Exploring the literature of psychology
Basic research methods: Observations in
[In this book,] you'll find contemporary examples from primary sources that introduce and clarify key concepts, providing you with a big picture view of the basics of scientific investigation. You'll also get a firsthand taste of research methodology by working on interesting "Psychology in Action" projects that cover such topics as the relationship between the amount of sleep and tension headaches, preferences for cola drinks, and remembering 9/11. And, you'll leave the course with a solid understanding of what does, and does not, constitute valid and reliable research.-Back cover
0534609767
2005925207
Psychology--Research--Methodology--Textbooks.
Psychology, Experimental--Textbooks.
BF76.5 / .E44 2006
150.724 / ELM