Research Methods: A Process of Inquiry (8th Edition)

Research Methods: A Process of Inquiry (8th Edition)

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<P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <B> <I>Explores the entire range of research methodologies in psychology. </I> </B> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">This comprehensive text uses a carefully constructed programmatic approach to introduce topics and systematically build on earlier presentations. <I>Research Methods</I> emphasizes research concepts, as well as specific, technical research strategies, to help students develop an understanding of the underlying rational-empirical processes of science and gain specific research skills. </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">The authors provide clearly written explanations of concepts and numerous examples drawn from all areas of psychology to enable students to develop a sophisticated understanding of the research process. The 8<SUP>th</SUP> edition includes an extensive integrated Web site (http://www.mikeraulin.com/graziano8e/) with a variety of resources for students.</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <B>Learning Goals</B> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Upon completing this book readers will be able to:</P> <UL> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Understand the concepts of research design</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Develop research skills based on a knowledge of appropriate research design</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Develop a sensitivity to ethical issues in research and the skills necessary to address these issues</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Understand basic statistical concepts</DIV> </LI> </UL> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <B>Note:</B> MySearchLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MySearchLab, please visit: www.mysearchlab.com or you can purchase a ValuePack of the text + MySearchLab (at no additional cost): ValuePack ISBN-10: 0205900925 / ValuePack ISBN-13: 9780205900923.</P>