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Research methods in psychology / David G. Elmes, Barry H. Kantowitz, Henry L. Roediger.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublication details: Australia ; Belmont, CA : Thomson/Wadsworth, c2006.Edition: 8th edDescription: xviii, 460 pages: illustrations ; 24 cmISBN:
  • 0534609767
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 21 150.724 ELM
LOC classification:
  • BF76.5 .E44 2006
Contents:
Basics of scientific psychology: Overview of psychological research; Explanation in scientific psychology; Exploring the literature of psychology Basic research methods: Observations in
Summary: [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
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UMU Rubaga Campus 150.724 ELM (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available 28146

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

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