Explores the entire range of research methodologies in psychology. This comprehensive text uses a carefully constructed programmatic approach to introduce topics and systematically build on earlier presentations. Research Methods 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. 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 8th edition includes an extensive integrated Web site (http://www.mikeraulin.com/graziano8e/) with a variety of resources for students. Learning Goals Upon completing this book readers will be able to: Understand the concepts of research design Develop research skills based on a knowledge of appropriate research design Develop a sensitivity to ethical issues in research and the skills necessary to address these issues Understand basic statistical concepts Note: 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.
The book presents academics who teach research and information professionals who carry out research with new resources and guidance on lesser-known research paradigms.
In this volume, Clark Moustakas clearly discusses the theoretical underpinnings of phenomenology, based on the work of Husserl and others, and takes the reader step-by-step through the process of conducting a phenomenological study.
Bringing together leading authorities, this unique handbook reviews the breadth of current approaches for studying how people think, feel, and behave in everyday environments, rather than in the laboratory.
Designed for both students and practitioners, the new edition of this popular text has been thoroughly revised.
This lively, innovative text helps students connect technique and substance, appreciate the value of both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, and make ethical research decisions.
The P-3 Game In a series of papers, John Roberts and his coworkers used pile sorts and rating tasks to study how people perceive various kinds of behaviors in games (see, for example, Roberts and Chick 1979; Roberts and Nattress 1980).
This book provides the reader with a comprehensive, relevant, and visually rich insight into the world of research methods specifically aimed at product designers.
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Longitudinal evaluation of programs and policies that improve availability of nutrient-rich foods in food-insecure communities is needed to determine whether they yield a mental health benefit (Bergmans, Sadler, Wolfson, Jones, ...
... A good example of an exploratory sequential study with an experimental test outcome is found in Betancourt et al. (2011). This study used mixed methods research to adapt and evaluate a family strengthening intervention in Rwanda.