Research Methods in Psychology, 7th edition

Howitt, Dennis; Cramer, Prof Duncan

ISBN 10: 1292461594 / ISBN 13: 9781292461595

Published by Pearson Education, 2024

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Bibliographic Details

Title: Research Methods in Psychology, 7th edition

Publisher: Pearson Education

Publication Date: 2024

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: New

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Synopsis:

The essential guide in Research Methods in Psychology whether you are new to psychological research or moving on to more complex projects.

Research Methods in Psychology, 7e by Dennis Howitt and Duncan Cramer is a highly accessible introduction to both quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Ideal for undergraduate students of any level studyingrelevant courses inresearch methods, this book will help you connect your learning to relevant research examples and give you the practical guidance you need to prepare you to undertake your own projects.

Covering everything - from the role of research in Psychology to the pitfalls to avoid - this text will not only help you critically evaluate existing research but will guide you through all the stages of developing and managing your own research project.

Key Features include:

• A focus on the most recent developments and insights in the field of research
• Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter and end-of-chapter summaries
• Diagrams throughout the book to help you visualise and understand more complex concepts
• Chapters dedicated to developing your research ideas, conducting literature searches and writing research reports

This newest edition of the text also covers the latest advances in modern psychological research, including a whole new chapter on online research methods and up-to-date coverage of the most recent standards of ethics.

About the Author:

Dennis Howitt was a Reader in Psychology at Loughborough University, chartered forensic psychologist and Fellow of the British Psychological Society, with a specific interest in the study of mass communications and the application of psychology to social issues.

Duncan Cramer is an Emeritus Professor at Loughborough University with a specific interest in topics such as mental health, personality, personal relationships, organizational commitment, psychotherapy and counselling.