Research methods : a process of inquiry

This comprehensive text explores the entire range of research methodologies in psychology, using a carefully constructed programmatic approach to introduce topics and systematically build on the earlier presentations

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Graziano, Anthony M. , 1932- (Author), Raulin, Michael L. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Upper Saddle River : Pearson , c2013
Edition:8th ed
Subjects:

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505 0 |a 1. Curiosity, creativity and commitment -- 2. Research is a process of inquiry -- 3. The starting point : asking questions -- 4. Data and the nature of measurement -- 5. Statistical analysis of data -- 6. Field research : naturalistic and case study research -- 7. Correlational and differential methods of research -- 8. Hypothesis testing, validity and threats to validity -- 9. Controls to reduce threats to validity -- 10. Single-variable, independent-group design -- 11. Correlated-group and single-subject designs -- 12. Factorial designs -- 13. A second look at field research : field experiments, program evaluation and survey research 
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