Author: Jennie Brooks Jamison
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781490936734
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Understanding qualitative and quantitative psychology research methods has never been easier. Complex concepts about interviews, observations, case studies, questionnaire studies, surveys, and experiments are broken down for students taking introductory courses without losing their complexity. A chapter on surveys and clarifications based on teaching experience and student feedback are new to the second edition. Jennie Jamison teaches IB Psychology at St. Petersburg High School in Florida.
Understanding Research Methods in Psychology
Author: Jennie Brooks Jamison
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781490936734
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Understanding qualitative and quantitative psychology research methods has never been easier. Complex concepts about interviews, observations, case studies, questionnaire studies, surveys, and experiments are broken down for students taking introductory courses without losing their complexity. A chapter on surveys and clarifications based on teaching experience and student feedback are new to the second edition. Jennie Jamison teaches IB Psychology at St. Petersburg High School in Florida.
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781490936734
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Understanding qualitative and quantitative psychology research methods has never been easier. Complex concepts about interviews, observations, case studies, questionnaire studies, surveys, and experiments are broken down for students taking introductory courses without losing their complexity. A chapter on surveys and clarifications based on teaching experience and student feedback are new to the second edition. Jennie Jamison teaches IB Psychology at St. Petersburg High School in Florida.
Understanding Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology
Author: Helen Gavin
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 144620460X
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 425
Book Description
Understanding and applying research methods and statistics in psychology is one of the corner stones of study at undergraduate level. To enable all undergraduate psychology students to carry out their own investigations the textbook covers basic and advanced qualitative and quantitative methods and follows a sequential structure starting from first principles to more advanced techniques. Accompanied by a companion website, the textbook: - Grounds all techniques to psychological theory relating each topic under discussion to well established pieces of research - Can be used by the student at beginning and more advanced undergraduate level - therefore a `one-stop′ shop - Includes a creative and practical selection of heuristic devices that cement knowledge of the techniques and skills covered in the textbook
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 144620460X
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 425
Book Description
Understanding and applying research methods and statistics in psychology is one of the corner stones of study at undergraduate level. To enable all undergraduate psychology students to carry out their own investigations the textbook covers basic and advanced qualitative and quantitative methods and follows a sequential structure starting from first principles to more advanced techniques. Accompanied by a companion website, the textbook: - Grounds all techniques to psychological theory relating each topic under discussion to well established pieces of research - Can be used by the student at beginning and more advanced undergraduate level - therefore a `one-stop′ shop - Includes a creative and practical selection of heuristic devices that cement knowledge of the techniques and skills covered in the textbook
Understanding Research Methods
Author: Mildred L. Patten
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1351817388
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
A perennial bestseller since 1997, this updated tenth edition of Understanding Research Methods provides a detailed overview of all the important concepts traditionally covered in a research methods class. It covers the principles of both qualitative and quantitative research, and how to interpret statistics without computations, so is suitable for all students regardless of their math background. The book is organized so that each concept is treated independently and can be used in any order without resulting in gaps in knowledge—allowing it to be easily and precisely adapted to any course. It uses lively examples on contemporary topics to stimulate students’ interest, and engages them by showing the relevance of research methods to their everyday lives. Numerous case studies and end-of-section exercises help students master the material and encourage classroom discussion. The text is divided into short, independent topic sections, making it easy for you to adapt the material to your own teaching needs and customize assignments to the aspect of qualitative or quantitative methods under study—helping to improve students’ comprehension and retention of difficult concepts. Additional online PowerPoint slides and test bank questions make this a complete resource for introducing students to research methods. New to this edition: New topic section on design decisions in research Additional material on production of knowledge and research methods Significant development of material on ethical considerations in research Fresh and contemporary examples from a wide variety of real, published research Topic-specific exercises at the end of each section now include suggestions for further steps researchers can take as they build their research project.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1351817388
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
A perennial bestseller since 1997, this updated tenth edition of Understanding Research Methods provides a detailed overview of all the important concepts traditionally covered in a research methods class. It covers the principles of both qualitative and quantitative research, and how to interpret statistics without computations, so is suitable for all students regardless of their math background. The book is organized so that each concept is treated independently and can be used in any order without resulting in gaps in knowledge—allowing it to be easily and precisely adapted to any course. It uses lively examples on contemporary topics to stimulate students’ interest, and engages them by showing the relevance of research methods to their everyday lives. Numerous case studies and end-of-section exercises help students master the material and encourage classroom discussion. The text is divided into short, independent topic sections, making it easy for you to adapt the material to your own teaching needs and customize assignments to the aspect of qualitative or quantitative methods under study—helping to improve students’ comprehension and retention of difficult concepts. Additional online PowerPoint slides and test bank questions make this a complete resource for introducing students to research methods. New to this edition: New topic section on design decisions in research Additional material on production of knowledge and research methods Significant development of material on ethical considerations in research Fresh and contemporary examples from a wide variety of real, published research Topic-specific exercises at the end of each section now include suggestions for further steps researchers can take as they build their research project.
Understanding Research in Clinical and Counseling Psychology
Author: Jay C. Thomas
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1136831193
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 515
Book Description
Designed and written for graduate students aspiring to careers in practice. The scope and content has been updated to reflect current concerns of evidence-based practice. Helps readers apply research cross-culturally.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1136831193
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 515
Book Description
Designed and written for graduate students aspiring to careers in practice. The scope and content has been updated to reflect current concerns of evidence-based practice. Helps readers apply research cross-culturally.
Understanding and Evaluating Research
Author: Sue L. T. McGregor
Publisher: SAGE Publications
ISBN: 1506350976
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 880
Book Description
Understanding and Evaluating Research: A Critical Guide shows students how to be critical consumers of research and to appreciate the power of methodology as it shapes the research question, the use of theory in the study, the methods used, and how the outcomes are reported. The book starts with what it means to be a critical and uncritical reader of research, followed by a detailed chapter on methodology, and then proceeds to a discussion of each component of a research article as it is informed by the methodology. The book encourages readers to select an article from their discipline, learning along the way how to assess each component of the article and come to a judgment of its rigor or quality as a scholarly report.
Publisher: SAGE Publications
ISBN: 1506350976
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 880
Book Description
Understanding and Evaluating Research: A Critical Guide shows students how to be critical consumers of research and to appreciate the power of methodology as it shapes the research question, the use of theory in the study, the methods used, and how the outcomes are reported. The book starts with what it means to be a critical and uncritical reader of research, followed by a detailed chapter on methodology, and then proceeds to a discussion of each component of a research article as it is informed by the methodology. The book encourages readers to select an article from their discipline, learning along the way how to assess each component of the article and come to a judgment of its rigor or quality as a scholarly report.
Understanding Research in Personal Relationships
Author: William Dragon
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 9780761942221
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Understanding Research in Personal Relationships is a comprehensive introduction to the key readings on human and close relationships. Organized into twelve thematic chapters with editorial commentary throughout, the editors offer a critical reading of the major research articles in the field of relationship studies published in the last few years. Scholarly papers, two per chapter, are presented in an abridged form and critiqued in a carefully structured way that instructs students on the way to read research, and to critically evaluate research in this field. The book, therefore, has a thoroughly didactic focus as the student is given historical, theoretical and methodological contexts to each article as well as an explanation of key terms and ideas.
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 9780761942221
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Understanding Research in Personal Relationships is a comprehensive introduction to the key readings on human and close relationships. Organized into twelve thematic chapters with editorial commentary throughout, the editors offer a critical reading of the major research articles in the field of relationship studies published in the last few years. Scholarly papers, two per chapter, are presented in an abridged form and critiqued in a carefully structured way that instructs students on the way to read research, and to critically evaluate research in this field. The book, therefore, has a thoroughly didactic focus as the student is given historical, theoretical and methodological contexts to each article as well as an explanation of key terms and ideas.
Essential Research Methods in Psychology
Author: Philip Banyard
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1529787440
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 389
Book Description
Looking for a comprehensive and engaging research methods textbook for your psychology studies? Look no further than Essential Research Methods in Psychology! This book covers the most used methods for successful research in psychology, with a balance of quantitative and qualitative methods. It is written in an accessible and witty style that will keep you engaged and curious throughout your learning journey. With real published research examples from core domains in psychology, such as social, developmental, cognitive, biological, and individual differences, you′ll learn how to apply the methodology to real-world scenarios. Plus, you′ll develop critical thinking skills and an understanding of ethical considerations that are crucial to conducting research in an ethical and responsible manner. Other features include: Skoolkid errors (examples of) Ig Nobel Prize (satiric prizes which make you laugh and think) Whoa there! (stop and think) Whether you′re studying for an introductory methods course or designing a research project, Essential Research Methods in Psychology will equip you for success.
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1529787440
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 389
Book Description
Looking for a comprehensive and engaging research methods textbook for your psychology studies? Look no further than Essential Research Methods in Psychology! This book covers the most used methods for successful research in psychology, with a balance of quantitative and qualitative methods. It is written in an accessible and witty style that will keep you engaged and curious throughout your learning journey. With real published research examples from core domains in psychology, such as social, developmental, cognitive, biological, and individual differences, you′ll learn how to apply the methodology to real-world scenarios. Plus, you′ll develop critical thinking skills and an understanding of ethical considerations that are crucial to conducting research in an ethical and responsible manner. Other features include: Skoolkid errors (examples of) Ig Nobel Prize (satiric prizes which make you laugh and think) Whoa there! (stop and think) Whether you′re studying for an introductory methods course or designing a research project, Essential Research Methods in Psychology will equip you for success.
Understanding Research Methods
Author: Gerald R. Adams
Publisher: Longman Publishing Group
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
A revised and updated edition of this text on social science research, which aims to show the student how to conduct successful research and use the findings to best effect.
Publisher: Longman Publishing Group
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
A revised and updated edition of this text on social science research, which aims to show the student how to conduct successful research and use the findings to best effect.
Health Psychology
Author: Jennie Brooks Jamison
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781479205561
Category : Addictions
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Health Psychology text
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781479205561
Category : Addictions
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Health Psychology text
Reading and Understanding Research
Author: Lawrence F. Locke
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1412975743
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
There is virtually no way to complete one's education without encountering a research report. The book that has helped demystify qualitative and quantitative research articles for thousands of readers, from the authors of the best-selling Proposals that Work, has been revised. This edition is completely reorganized to separate quantitative and qualitative research with four new distinct sections (research reports, quantitative research, qualitative research, and research reviews. The authors presume no special background in research, and begin by introducing and framing the notion of reading research within a wider social context. Next they offer insight on when to seek out research, locating and selecting the right reports, and how to help evaluate research for trustworthiness.
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1412975743
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
There is virtually no way to complete one's education without encountering a research report. The book that has helped demystify qualitative and quantitative research articles for thousands of readers, from the authors of the best-selling Proposals that Work, has been revised. This edition is completely reorganized to separate quantitative and qualitative research with four new distinct sections (research reports, quantitative research, qualitative research, and research reviews. The authors presume no special background in research, and begin by introducing and framing the notion of reading research within a wider social context. Next they offer insight on when to seek out research, locating and selecting the right reports, and how to help evaluate research for trustworthiness.