Research methods in psychology : a handbook / Wendy A. Schweigert

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Introduction to the scientific method -- Ethics in research -- The research process -- Research reports and literature searches -- The role of statistics in research -- Introduction to experimentation and the between-groups design -- The within-subject design -- Quasi-experimental designs -- More complex designs and research questions -- Using natural settings: observational studies and field experiments -- Surveys and interviews -- Single-subject designs -- Physical traces and archival data: two nonreactive measurement techniques.

Research Methods in Psychology: A Handbook is a versatile guide that is ideal for any research-oriented psychology course. Schweigert's clear writing style and focus on the fundamentals of research methodology provide students with the exposure they need to conduct valid research. Explanations of basic statistical techniques are straightforward and illuminate the impact of the design process. Suitable as a primary text or as a supplement, the Fourth Edition features and defines commonly used research methods to engage students and give instructors the flexibility they require to meet the needs of their courses.