Download or read book The Practical Researcher A Student Guide to Conducting Psychological Research 3rd Edition written by Dana S. Dunn and published by Wiley Global Education. This book was released on 2012-11-06 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Practical Researcher, Dana S. Dunn’s student-friendly writing style and personal tone provide readers with a practical and engaging introduction to research methods in psychology. Using basic theory, solid research practices, and step-by-step techniques, the author leads students through the process of conducting a project from start to finish. The importance of learning to search, read, and critique the psychological literature, as well as writing clearly about it, are emphasized throughout. Boxed features called “Research Foundations” present key issues faced by researchers, allowing students to ponder various controversies, while numerous examples, practical tips, and applied material bring the process of doing research to life. Packed with useful decision trees, tables, checklists, and illustrations, this clear and precise book will equip students with the tools they need to carry out their research successfully.
Download or read book The Practical Researcher written by Dana Dunn and published by McGraw-Hill Humanities, Social Sciences & World Languages. This book was released on 1999 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Translating the theory side of research methods into practice, this title leads students through the process of developing and conducting research. It includes step-by-step tables and figures in chapters. In addition to learning about research theory, students learn the importance of reading, writing, and critiquing journal articles.
Download or read book The Practical Researcher written by Dana S. Dunn and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2009-07-07 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Practical Researcher, Dana S. Dunn’s student-friendly writing style and personal tone provide readers with a practical and engaging introduction to research methods in psychology. Using basic theory, solid research practices, and step-by-step techniques, the author leads students through the process of conducting a project from start to finish. The importance of learning to search, read, and critique the psychological literature, as well as writing clearly about it, is emphasized throughout. Packed with useful decision trees, tables, checklists, and illustrations, this clear and precise book will equip students with the tools they need to carry out their research successfully. Special Features New “Doing Research” decision trees open each chapter and guide students through the active learning exercises that inform the research process Research Foundations boxes explore common issues encountered by researchers and use examples to bring research to life Practical tools and tips for doing research appear throughout, such as writing an experimental script, operationalizing independent and dependent variables, and creating manipulation checks, among many others Over 40 Active Learning Exercises help students build practical skills such as creating a project timeline, developing a peer research contract, using a random numbers table, and reporting results in poster or paper form, among many others Generating Research Ideas section provides easy to follow guidelines for developing ideas by using freewriting, keeping a research notebook, or brainstorming research ideas alone or as a research team Critical thinking is emphasized when searching, reading, and writing about psychological literature Updated chapter on Ethical Considerations in the Practice of Research includes a solid foundation and practical exercises (e.g., completing an IRB form for an ethics review, writing an informed consent form, crafting a scientifically and ethically sound debriefing script) Updated references and research practices includes the latest APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct Expanded advice on presenting research at student conferences and submitting project results to student journals New annotated student paper in Appendix A
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Download or read book The Practical Researcher a Student Guide to Conducting Psychological Research 3E Interactive Approach to Writing Essays and Research Reports Set written by Dunn and published by . This book was released on 2013-07-31 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book The Practical Researcher written by Dana Dunn and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2012-11-27 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text offers updated online searching materials reviewed by reference librarians; updated sample references written in APA style; new material on learning to identifying the embedded outline found in published APA style papers as a way to learn to outline papers; additional discussion of diary studies, 'beeper' studies, and experience sampling methods. A new Preface and Acknowledgements is also included, as well as updated suggested references and at the end of each chapter.
Download or read book Ethics in Psychological Research written by Daniel P. Corts and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2018-10-24 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ethics in Psychological Research is a brief, practical guide for student researchers and their mentors to answer ethical questions and navigate issues of institutional policies and academic freedom. Authors Daniel P. Corts and Holly E. Tatum guide readers in identifying, preventing, mitigating, and resolving ethical issues in research using a unique ethical framework. Each of the standalone chapters provide real-life examples of ethical questions, a description of scholarly work on the matter, and suggestions for how to address similar problems should they arise in the researcher’s own work. The book makes for a succinct and easy-to-use reference for any student conducting research in the behavioral sciences.
Download or read book Research Methods for Social Psychology written by Dana S. Dunn and published by Wiley Global Education. This book was released on 2012-11-28 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2nd edition of Research Methods for Social Psychology offers information on how to conduct empirical research in social psychology. The author teaches readers to think like experimental social psychologists, that is, to use or develop explanatory theories and to manipulate and measure variables in order to explain the origin or purpose of some aspect of social life. It provides information to perform research projects on human social behavior from start to finish, from selecting a research topic to collecting and analyzing data to writing up and the results using the American Psychological Association’s required format (i.e., APA-style). Along the way, they will learn about the particular ethical issues social psychologists face, the logic of experimental design, alternative research approaches, sorting accuracy from error in research, and how to orally present their findings, among other issues. This book contains up-to-date scholarship and emphasizes active learning through pedagogical activities and exercises designed to help students design and execute their own social psychological research.
Download or read book The Psychology Research Handbook written by Frederick T. L. Leong and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2023-12-09 with total page 760 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the Third Edition of The Psychology Research Handbook expert researchers provide graduate students and research assistants with a comprehensive framework for conducting psychology research. The book is organized around the idea of a "research script," following the step-by-step process of planning, design, data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
Download or read book Conducting Applied Psychological Research A Guide for Students and Practitioners written by Charlotte Wilson and published by McGraw-Hill Education (UK). This book was released on 2024-02-02 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is such a useful book for applied psychology researchers - everything you need to think about at the start of a new study is there in one place.” Sam Cartwright-Hatton, Professor of Clinical Child Psychology, University of Sussex, UK “This book is aimed at those new to research or who might be feeling nervous about undertaking a new project. I like that it takes a pragmatic approach to introducing a range of methods, including covering different types of review.” Professor Andrew R Thompson, Programme Director of the South Wales Clinical Psychology Training Programme, UK Conducting Applied Psychological Research is a practical guide to undertaking research in applied psychology, helping you to consider who your participants are and how to keep them central throughout the process and to align your research question with your research methodology and analysis. This book will lead you through the questions you need to ask yourself to ensure that your research is successful. The book includes coverage of: • Your participants • Research philosophy • How to ask a research question • Dissemination of your research • A variety of research methods in quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods research. Whether you are an undergraduate psychologist embarking on an applied research project for your dissertation or a qualified psychologist looking to expand your research skills, this book will give you the confidence to make good research decisions throughout your research project. Charlotte Emma Wilson is Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. She has supported over 150 students and colleagues with their research in applied psychology in a diverse set of topics within clinical and developmental psychology.
Download or read book Research Methods for Social Psychology written by Dana Dunn and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2009 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research Methods for Social Psychology teaches students to think like an experimental social psychologist. Striking a balance between theoretical sophistication and hands-on activities and exercises, this engaging text offers a friendly approach to methodology and a successful means of motivating students to design and execute their own social psychological research. Active learning activities on social psychology in each chapter, as well as thought exercises at the end of each chapter Guidance on developing social psychology research topics, advice on ethics reviews of research projects, instructions on how to design independent and dependent variables, and assistance with performing a post-experimental interviews with participants A stand alone chapter on basic data analysis, in addition to directions for putting statistical results into words Guidance on writing APA-style summaries of social psychology experiments, as well as giving oral and poster presentations; includes a sample annotated APA-style lab report Instructor test bank with questions and answers for each chapter available at www.wiley.com/go/dunn
Download or read book How to Do Research written by Jonathan St B T Evans and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2013-04-03 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jonathan Evans presents a clear strategy for research. Drawing on examples, expertise and experience, he gives practical advice on all aspects of research for postgraduate researchers and those early in their career.
Download or read book A Short Guide to Writing about Psychology written by Dana S. Dunn and published by Waveland Press. This book was released on 2024-03-25 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tailored for all levels, this updated classic equips psychology students with the tools needed to clearly articulate complex ideas, navigate the nuances of APA style, and succeed in academic and professional endeavors. Whether drafting a first research paper or preparing for publication, this guide is an indispensable companion on the journey to mastering psychological communication. New to the fourth edition: • Integration of APA 7th edition style updates • Expanded reference materials, including the latest in citation practices for websites and other online resources • Enhanced advice on using gender-neutral language and writing inclusively about sexual orientation • Annotated student paper examples following the updated APA format • New exercises at the end of chapters to refine and test writing skills • Updated list of psychology journals
Download or read book Handbook of the Teaching of Psychology written by William Buskist and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook of the Teaching of Psychology is astate-of-the-art volume that provides readers with comprehensivecoverage and analysis of current trends and issues, basicmechanics, and important contextual variables related to effectiveteaching in psychology. Uses concise and targeted chapters, written by leading scholarsin the field, to explore a myriad of challenges in the teaching ofpsychology. Employs a prescriptive approach to offer strategies andsolutions to frequently occurring dilemmas. Covers the gamut of current topics of interest to all currentand future teachers of psychology.
Download or read book The Research Companion written by Petra M. Boynton and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-10-04 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wanted to know an effective and ethical way to: Design a study? Recruit participants? Report findings? And improve the quality and output of your research? The Research Companion focuses on the practical skills needed to complete research in the social or health sciences and development. It covers the behind-the-scenes essentials you need to run an effective and ethical piece of research and offers clear, honest advice to help avoid typical problems and improve standards and outcomes. It addresses each stage of the research process from thinking of a research idea, through to managing, monitoring, completing and reporting your project, and working effectively and safely with participants and colleagues. As well as covering theoretical issues in research, the book is full of links to other resources and contains practical tips and stories from researchers at all levels. This new edition is fully updated to reflect shifts in funding structures, open access, and online developments and has a link to a blog and friendly online community for readers to connect with diverse researchers all sharing experiences and offering practical advice. The Research Companion brings hard-earned lessons from the real world to offer invaluable guidance to all students of the social and health sciences, from those just beginning their first research project, to experienced researchers and practitioners. It will be instrumental in raising readers’ competence levels and making their research more accurate, ethical, and productive.
Download or read book Guide to Publishing in Psychology Journals written by Robert J. Sternberg and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2000-08-28 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Guide to Publishing in Psychology Journals is a complete guide to writing psychology articles for publication. It goes beyond the formal requirements to the tacit or unspoken knowledge that is key to writing effective articles and to gaining acceptance by quality journals. Thus, the information in this book is of a kind that cannot be found in publication manuals or formal guides to writing. The book emphasizes empirical articles, but also discusses theoretical articles and the role of theory in empirical articles, as well as literature-review articles. The editor and the authors of book chapters all have edited major journals in the field of psychology. The book deals with general issues in the writing of articles, as well as issues pertinent to specific parts of articles, such as titles, abstracts, introductions, methods, results, discussions, and references.
