Research Methods in Psychology For Dummies

Your hands-on introduction to research methods in psychology
Looking for an easily accessible overview of research methods inpsychology? This is the book for you! Whether you need to get aheadin class, you're pressed for time, or you just want a take on atopic that's not covered in your textbook, Research Methods inPsychology For Dummies has you covered.
Written in plain English and packed with easy-to-followinstruction, this friendly guide takes the intimidation out of thesubject and tackles the fundamentals of psychology research in away that makes it approachable and comprehensible, no matter yourbackground. Inside, you'll find expert coverage of qualitative andquantitative research methods, including surveys, case studies,laboratory observations, tests and experiments--and muchmore.
* Serves as an excellent supplement to course textbooks
* Provides a clear introduction to the scientific method
* Presents the methodologies and techniques used in psychologyresearch
* Written by the authors of Psychology Statistics ForDummies
If you're a first or second year psychology student and want tosupplement your doorstop-sized psychology textbook--and boostyour chances of scoring higher at exam time--this hands-onguide breaks down the subject into easily digestible bits andpropels you towards success.