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Record Nr.

UNINA9910150234603321

Autore

Jones Steve (Steven John)

Titolo

Research methods in psychology / / Steve Jones, Mark Forshaw

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Harlow, England ; ; New York, New York : , : Prentice Hall, , [2012]

©2012

ISBN

0-273-75970-1

1-283-33399-6

9786613333995

0-273-73727-9

Edizione

[1st ed.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (197 p. )

Collana

Psychology express

Disciplina

150.72

Soggetti

Psychology - Research - Methodology

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references (pages [191]-192) and index.

Nota di contenuto

Cover -- Contents -- Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- Guided Tour -- Guided Tour Of The Companion Website -- 1 Research In Psychology -- 2 Designing Research Studies -- 3 The Basics Of Experimental Design -- 4 Designing Complex Experiments -- 5 Case Studies, Single-Case and Small-N Designs -- 6 Observational Methods -- 7 Measuring Attitudes -- 8 Reliability and Validity -- 9 Qualitative Approaches and Methods -- 10 Ethics Of Research With Humans and Animals -- 11 Reporting Reseach -- And Finally, Before The Exam . . . -- Glossary -- References -- Index.

Sommario/riassunto

This revision guide provides concise coverage of the central topics within Research Methods in Psychology, presented within a framework designed to help you focus on assessment and exams.  The text encapsulates all the subject matter listed in the BPS Qualifying Examination syllabus for the area.  The structure of the book represents a logical, linear progress through your typical learning in relation to Research Methods in Psychology.  The two authors bring their clear, accessible style to bear on this, making the normally ‘dry’ subject matter seem more lively and engaging.  The chapter on writing reports is deliberately left to the end since this is the natural culmination of your research process.Sample questions, assessment



advice and exam tips drive the organisation within chapters so you are able to grasp and marshal your thoughts towards revision of the main topics.  Features focused on critical thinking, practical applications and key research will offer additional pointers for you in your revision process and exam preparation.A companion website provides supporting resources for self testing, exam practice, answers to questions in the book, and links to further resources.