TY  - BOOK
AU  - Elmes,David G.
AU  - Kantowitz,Barry H.
AU  - Roediger,Henry L.
TI  - Research methods in psychology
SN  - 0534609767
AV  - BF76.5 .E44 2006
U1  - 150.724 21
PY  - 2006///
CY  - Australia, Belmont, CA
PB  - Thomson/Wadsworth
KW  - Psychology
KW  - Research
KW  - Methodology
KW  - Textbooks
KW  - Psychology, Experimental
N1  - 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
N2  - [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

ER  -