Essential Research Methods in Psychology

Looking for a comprehensive and engaging research methods textbook for your psychology studies? Look no further than Essential Research Methods in Psychology!

This book covers the most used methods for successful research in psychology, with a balance of quantitative and qualitative methods. It is written in an accessible and witty style that will keep you engaged and curious throughout your learning journey.

With real published research examples from core domains in psychology, such as social, developmental, cognitive, biological, and individual differences, you'll learn how to apply the methodology to real-world scenarios. Plus, you'll develop critical thinking skills and an understanding of ethical considerations that are crucial to conducting research in an ethical and responsible manner.

Other features include:

• Skoolkid errors (examples of)
• Ig Nobel Prize (satiric prizes which make you laugh and think)

• Whoa there! (stop and think)
  Whether you're studying for an introductory methods course or designing a research project, Essential Research Methods in Psychology will equip you for success.

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Want to master research methods in psychology? Look no further!

Written with new students in mind, this book will help you understand and apply research methods to every part of your degree. It will help you develop your critical and analytical skills by making features of key issues such as ethics and cultural context. It aims to entertain with interesting facts, and will enhance your understanding with examples of real studies.

Other features include:

• Schoolkid errors
• Ignoble awards

• Whoa there!
  and are all designed to make the study of methods enjoyable and easy.

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CHAPTER 1. PSYCHOLOGICAL RESEARCH: DOING THE RIGHT THING?
CHAPTER 2. EXPERIMENTAL METHODS
CHAPTER 3. SURVEY METHODS
CHAPTER 4. NEUROSCIENTIFIC METHODS
CHAPTER 5. RANDOMISED CONTROLLED TRIALS
CHAPTER 6. INTERVIEWS
CHAPTER 7. FOCUS GROUPS
CHAPTER 8. NATURALLY OCCURRING DATA
CHAPTER 9. VISUAL METHODS
CHAPTER 10. COMBINING TWO METHODS: INTERVIEWS AND PSYCHOMETRICS
CHAPTER 11: REPERTORY GRIDS
CHAPTER 12. CASE STUDIES
CHAPTER 13. BEHAVIOURAL OBSERVATIONS