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Psychological Testing and Assessment (12th edition)
by Lewis R. Aiken Gary Groth-MarnatThe aim of this text is to improve the knowledge, understanding, and practices of persons who construct tests, take tests, and ponder over the meaning and value of test scores. The emphasis is on psychological testing in educational, clinical, and industrial settings. Included is a detailed study guide divided among the 15 chapters and four appendices, as well as overviews, boldfaced terms and names, exercises, and, of course, tests. An MS-DOS diskette containing accompanying programs to construct, administer, and score tests can be obtained free of charge from the author. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc. , Portland, Or.
The Psychologist as Detective: An Introduction to Conducting Research in Psychology
by Randolph A. Smith Stephen F. Davis<p>The Psychologist as Detective introduces students to the research process. The authors treat psychological research as a detective case in which a problem is presented, clues are discovered, evidence is evaluated, and a report is prepared for consideration by peers. <p>Upon completing this book, readers will be able to: <p> <li>Think critically about research and research methods <li>Analyze research as a problem solving procedure <li>Develop research skills by looking at examples of research studies <li>Evaluate evidence from a research study and prepare a report or summary of the case</li></p>
The Psychologist as Detective: An Introduction to Conducting Research in Psychology (Fourth Edition)
by Randolph A. Smith Stephen F. DavisThe Psychologist as Detective conveys the excitement of research methodology through a lively, conversational style. To make the study of the research process interactive and accessible for readers, pedagogical features and critical thinking activities are integrated throughout the volume. Actual student research appears in each chapter to increase relevance and heighten reader interest. This text evaluates the science of psychology, research ideas and hypotheses, ethics, nonexperimental methods and the basics of experimentation variables and control, statistics, designing-conducting-analyzing and interpreting experiments, as well as alternative research designs, external validity, critiquing experimental research and writing and assembling an APA-format research report. For individuals involved with or interested in psychological research.
The Psychologist's Companion
by Robert J. Sternberg Karin SternbergThe Psychologist's Companion is intended for students as well as young professionals and writers at all stages of their careers seeking inspiration and guidelines for better scientific writing. This book is also a resource for researchers in related fields. It has been comprehensively updated, revised, and extended for its fifth edition and includes the latest style guidelines of the American Psychological Association's Publication Manual (sixth edition, 2009) as well as chapters encompassing the entire research process from doing literature research and planning an experiment to writing the paper. It features new chapters on literature research; ethics; and generating, evaluating, and selling ideas. The Psychologist's Companion also provides information on writing book proposals, grant proposals, and lectures.
Psychology: From Science to Practice
by Robert A. Baron Michael J. KalsherWith a strong emphasis on application-- without neglecting research and science-- this text focuses on helping students use the findings and knowledge of psychology in their own lives and careers. As the only introductory psychology text written by authors with extensive business experience, this book seeks the ideal balance between psychology' s "practical "and "scientific "sides. It highlights psychology' s scientific nature while simultaneously emphasizing its practical value-- how students can actually use and apply the material they read on the job and outside of the classroom. "Psychology: From Science to Practice" emphasizes three key goals: Make it clear to students how they can actually use the findings and knowledge of psychology in their own lives and careers. Present psychology as a science. Discuss the major findings of psychology without overwhelming students with too much detail.
Psychology: Foundations and Frontiers
by Douglas A. BernsteinPSYCHOLOGY: FOUNDATIONS AND FRONTIERS introduces readers to the fascinating world of psychology by presenting important findings from established and current research, emphasizing the many ways psychological theory and research results are being applied to benefit human welfare, and providing helpful visuals and learning tools. An integrated pedagogical study system helps readers master the material step by step. Try This activities illustrate psychological principles or phenomena by providing numerous opportunities for readers to learn by doing. Other features include Linkages diagrams and sections that show readers how topics in psychology are interrelated, Thinking Critically sections that apply a five-question approach to various topics, and Focus on Research sections to help readers think objectively about research questions and results.
Psychology
by Douglas A. Bernstein Louis A. Penner Alison Clarke-Stewart Edward J. RoyFor this seventh edition introductory text, Bernstein (University of South Florida) et al. add new material on applied areas of psychology and techniques for studying the brain, along with expanded material on topics related to culture and human diversity, such as ethnic differences in IQ, social and cultural factors in sexuality, and cultural aspects of emotional expression. There is also updated coverage of behavior genetics and evolutionary psychology. Special features of the text include chapter links, focus sections on critical thinking and research methods, and a behavioral genetics appendix. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Psychology: AP Version (Seventh Edition)
by Jared BernsteinSeventh edition has an increased amount of material on applied psychology without losing the book's emphasis on basic research in psychology. Also contains substantial material on culture and human diversity.
Psychology (Evolutionary Psychology Ser.)
by David F. Bjorklund Peter O. GrayPeter Gray's evolutionary perspective and emphasis on critical thinking have made his rigorous yet accessible introduction to psychology a widely respected classroom favorite, edition after edition. Now thoroughly revised, with the help of new co-author David Bjorklund, Psychology, Eighth Edition, invites and stimulates students to investigate the big ideas in psychological science.
Psychology: The Science of Behavior (7th edition)
by Neil R. Carlson Harold Miller C. Donald Heth John W. Donahoe G. Neil MartinThis, a rigorous biological and evolutionary approach to introductory psychology text, presents psychological behavior in the context of its adaptive significance. The Seventh Edition combines a scholarly survey of research with real-world applications of research results to problems that confront us today. The authors apply the discovery method to take students inside the research process to foster a critical understanding of the logic and significance of empirical findings.
Psychology
by Saundra K. Ciccarelli J. Noland WhiteWith its engaging writing style and comprehensive coverage of key research, Psychology, 4/e, awakens students’ curiosity and energizes their desire to learn more. This title draws learners into an interactive experience of psychology. The authors establish clear learning objectives tied to the most recent APA-recommended undergraduate learning guidelines. <P><P> MyPsychLab is a valuable component to the Ciccarelli/White program. Engaging activities plus assessments provide a teaching and learning system that helps students master psychological concepts more readily. With MyPsychLab, students can develop critical thinking skills through writing, simulate classic experiments and surveys, watch videos on research and applications, and explore the Visual Brain in 3-D. <P><P> Ciccarelli/White, Psychology, 4e will provide a better teaching and learning experience–for you and your students. This program: Personalizes Learning with MyPsychLab: MyPsychLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program. It helps students prepare for class and instructor gauge individual and class performance. Connects Psychology to the Real World: Students will be able to relate chapter material to their own lives. Energizes a Desire to Learn: From Chapter 1, this title provides students with ample opportunities to study from wherever they are. Embeds Interactive Content: Throughout each chapter interactive content has been fully incorporated into all aspects of the text. Psychology, Fourth Edition is also available via REVEL™, an immersive learning experience designed for the way today's students read, think, and learn.
Psychology: AP Edition
by Saundra K. Ciccarelli J. Noland WhitePsychology AP Edition 6th Edition Textbook.
Psychology
by Saundra Ciccarelli J. WhiteWith its engaging writing style and comprehensive coverage of key research, Psychology, 4/e, awakens students’ curiosity and energizes their desire to learn more. This title draws learners into an interactive experience of psychology. The authors establish clear learning objectives tied to the most recent APA-recommended undergraduate learning guidelines.
Psychology: An Exploration
by Saundra Ciccarelli J. WhiteFor courses in Introductory Psychology. <p><p>The most learner-centered and assessment-driven brief text available. <p><p>Throughout Psychology: An Exploration , 4th Edition, Saundra Ciccarelli and J. Noland White employ a learner-centered, assessment-driven approach that maximizes student engagement, and helps educators keep students on track. In this brief text, the authors draw students into the discipline by showing how psychology relates to their own lives. Clear learning objectives, based on the recommended APA undergraduate learning outcomes, guide students through the material. And assessment tied to these learning objectives lets students check their understanding, while allowing instructors to monitor class progress and intervene when necessary to bolster student performance.
Psychology: An Exploration with DSM5 Update
by Saundra Ciccarelli J. Noland WhiteUsing the most recent recommended APA undergraduate psychology learning outcomes, the authors establish clear learning objectives for students that are tied to these objectives. Student and instructors praise Ciccarelli and White's approach to teaching and learning in today's classroom. The thirteen-chapter table of contents covers the essentials that every introductory psychology student should know and fits easily into a one-semester course.
Psychology: Modules For Active Learning, Thirteenth Edition
by Dennis Coon John O. MittererPSYCHOLOGY: MODULES FOR ACTIVE LEARNING combines the highly effective SQ4R (Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Reflect, Review) active learning system, an engaging style, appealing visuals, and detailed coverage of core topics and cutting-edge research in one remarkable, comprehensive text. Fully updated, the thirteenth edition of this best-selling book includes new and revised content, extensive special features, and integrated learning tools. While the book provides a thorough introduction to the study of psychology, its modular design and emphasis on how psychology relates to everyday life make it easy for readers to explore, enjoy, and ultimately master a wide variety of topics.
Psychology: A Journey
by Dennis Coon John O. MittererIn a course where professors are frequently confronted by students who haven't actually read their textbooks, this text offers a solution. The shortest, most succinct of the books written by Dennis Coon, PSYCHOLOGY: A JOURNEY presents psychology in a way that sparks readers' curiosity, insights, imagination, and interest getting students "hooked" on psychology and eager to read on. The first author to integrate the proven SQ4R (survey, question, read, recite, relate, and review) active learning system into a psychology textbook, Coon helps readers grasp major concepts, develop a broad understanding of psychology's diversity, and see for themselves how psychology relates to the challenges of everyday life. Because readers become actively involved with the material, they develop a basic understanding of psychology that they take with them into their future courses and careers.
Psychology: Perspectives and Connections (2nd Edition)
by Gregory Feist Erika RosenbergIn psychology, not everything is black and white. "Psychology: Perspectives & Connections 2e " dares students to challenge their own assumptions, explore research and to not believe everything they think. The over-riding goal of "Psychology: Perspectives & Connections 2e " is to align what excites us as researchers and perpetual students of psychology with todays introductory psychology student. Feist and Rosenbergs aim is to help students understand that psychology, and much of the world around them, is more fascinating--and likely more intricate and interdependent-- than they think. Its not just black and white. And, with Connect Psychology and its adaptive learning system, students can better understand what they know and master what they dont know. Connect with science. Connect with students. Connect with Feist and Rosenbergs "Psychology 2e. "
Psychology: A Discovery Experience
by Stephen L. FranzoiNIMAC-sourced textbook <p><p> PSYCHOLOGY: A DISCOVERY EXPERIENCE is designed specifically for high school students and is written to the American Psychological Association (APA) National Standards for High School Psychology. Targets English Language Learners with Essential Question activities that facilitate listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Stephen Franzoi's conversational writing style guides students through a journey of self-discovery. Students will learn and apply concepts of psychology to their everyday lives with the latest developments in psychology, fascinating interactive figures, in-text labs, career insights, and an online database of current psychology resources. These tools make this the most relevant and accessible high school psychology program on the market. The comprehensive instructor resource package includes the Instructor Wraparound Edition, Instructor Resource CD, lesson plans, PowerPoint Presentations with embedded interactive figures, ExamView Computerized Test Generator, DVD collection, and an online database of current psychology resources.
Psychology
by Peter O. Gray David F. BjorklundPeter Gray's evolutionary perspective and emphasis on critical thinking have made his rigorous yet accessible introduction to psychology a widely respected classroom favorite, edition after edition. Now thoroughly revised, with the help of new co-author David Bjorklund, Psychology, Seventh Edition, invites and stimulates students to investigate the big ideas in psychological science.
Psychology: A Way to Grow (Second Edition)
by Carl R. Green William R. SanfordPsychology: A Way to Grow, Revised Second Edition, introduces high school students to psychology. It provides its readers with a foundation in the basic theories and principles of psychology. It also guides students toward a greater understanding of their own capacity for personal growth.
Psychology: A Concise Introduction (Third Edition)
by Richard A. GriggsThis text explores the territory of the introductory psychology course with both brevity and clarity. Griggs draws on his classroom experience and extensive research in his choice of the core concepts in psychology.
Psychology: A Concise Introduction
by Richard A. Griggs Sherri L. JacksonThis exceptionally concise volume offers a rich survey of the field’s fundamental research and concepts. The text also includes a robust media and supplements package for instructors and students, including LaunchPad. Richard Griggs has updated the book throughout, especially in the chapters on neuroscience, sensation and perception, learning, social psychology, and abnormal psychology—all while maintaining the book’s trademark brevity.
Psychology
by James Gross Daniel Reisberg Henry GleitmanThe most intelligent book ever written for the course, reinvented for today's students. The Eighth Edition has been reorganized and streamlined to mirror the organization of today's courses, updated to include extensive coverage of the latest discoveries and research, and reimagined with new pedagogy, figures, and technology. James Gross, co-author of the text and Director of the Psychology One Teaching Program at Stanford University, believes in an integrated approach that looks at multiple perspectives to understand the larger complexities of the field. In the Eighth Edition, the authors present psychology as a central discipline that connects to the humanities as well as the exciting advances in neuroscience.
Psychology: An Introduction (9th Edition)
by Benjamin B. LaheyThis introductory undergraduate psychology text covers central concepts in a reader-friendly writing style and a highly visual format, with color photos, illustrations, cartoons, medical images, and multiple-page visual reviews of brain structures, the sense organs, stage theories of development, and theories of motivation, emotion, and personality. Pedagogical features include chapter outlines and prologues, nested review and summary features, and close attention to visual cues such as typeface, size, and color, as well as clear verbal cues to alert readers to new information. An introductory chapter describes study skills, defines critical thinking, and gives advice especially for first-generation college students. Coverage progresses from foundations through awareness, learning and cognition, developmental psychology, the self, health and adjustment, and social context. This tenth edition offers streamlined content and a slightly shorter book, with a new chapter on the interplay of nature and nurture. Information on diversity and culture, sex differences, gender roles, and sexuality is integrated throughout the text. Lahey is affiliated with the University of Chicago. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)