Psychology Express: Research Methods in Psychology, 1st edition
Published by Pearson (July 21, 2011) © 2011
- Mark Forshaw Edge Hill University
- Dominic Upton University of Worcester
- Steve Jones Leeds Trinity University
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This revision guide provides concise coverage of the central topics within Research Methods in Psychology, presented within a framework designed to help you focus on assessment and exams. The text encapsulates all the subject matter listed in the BPS Qualifying Examination syllabus for the area. The structure of the book represents a logical, linear progress through your typical learning in relation to Research Methods in Psychology. The two authors bring their clear, accessible style to bear on this, making the normally ‘dry’ subject matter seem more lively and engaging. The chapter on writing reports is deliberately left to the end since this is the natural culmination of your research process.
Sample questions, assessment advice and exam tips drive the organisation within chapters so you are able to grasp and marshal your thoughts towards revision of the main topics. Features focused on critical thinking, practical applications and key research will offer additional pointers for you in your revision process and exam preparation.
A companion website provides supporting resources for self testing, exam practice, answers to questions in the book, and links to further resources.
- Plan your Research Methods revision more effectively
- Approach RM assignments and exams with greater confidence
- Use the companion website to test your knowledge with quizzes and interactive flashcards, try out sample exam questions, and keep up to date with the latest study advice
- Review the key topics alligned to the BPS Qualifying Examination for Research Methods
- Check your understanding of the important research, debates and practical applications within the field
- Make your answer stand out using the guidance, tips and practical advice
Chapter 1Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Research in psychology
Chapter 2Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Designing research studies
Chapter 3Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â The basics of experimental design
Chapter 4Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Designing complex experiments
Chapter 5Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Case studies, single-case and small-N designs
Chapter 6Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Observational methods
Chapter 7Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Measuring attitudes
Chapter 8Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Reliability and validity
Chapter 9Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Qualitative approaches and methods
Chapter 10Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Ethics of research with humans and animals
Chapter 11 Â Â Â Â Â Â Reporting research
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