Statistics for Psychology

Aron, Arthur

ISBN 10 : 0139599827 ISBN 13 : 9780139599828

Editeur : Pearson, 1998

Synopsis

Focuses on mastering concepts and also includes instructions and examples for working problems using a computer. Provides, for each chapter: learning objectives; a detailed chapter outline; the chapter's formulas (with all symbols defined); summaries of steps of conducting each procedure covered in the chapter; a set of self-tests (including multiple-choice, fill-in, and problem/essay questions); a thorough outline for writing an essay explaining each procedure covered to a person who has never had a course in statistics. Includes cutout flash cards of all the key terms. Contains special appendixes introducing the language and procedures of SPSS. In each chapter corresponding to the text chapters, there is a section for each of these programs showing in detail how to carry out the chapter's procedues (including step-by-step, examples, and illustrations of how each step of input and output appears on the computer screen). Includes special activities for using the computer to deepen understanding.

A propos du livre

Quatrième de couverture

Social Psychology 4th edition is a superb introductory text, now fully revised and updated.  It remains very accessible, written to engage and involve. It is clearly structured and comprehensive, exploring key aspects of social psychology.  Through its many features and lively approach, Social Psychology will inform and challenge students everywhere.

 

Social Psychology consolidates European and North American perspectives effectively to provide coverage with a unique global flavour.

 

NEW FEATURES:

§         Increased coverage of social identity, affect, groups, deviance, ideology, and implicit attitudes reflects current issues and developments.

§         New student friendly features, including theory and concepts boxes, research highlights, real world examples, and applied contexts highlight key information throughout.

§         Inclusion of colour photographs and illustrations clarifies subject matter and supports understanding of every topic.

 

CLASSIC FEATURES

§         Coverage of inter-group relations, social identity, social representations and levels of explanation presented within a European context.

§         Full consideration of traditional topics such as social cognition, attitudes, influence, leadership and decision making, interpersonal relationships and aggression.

§         Stand-alone chapters on culture, self and identity, and language and communication.

§         Applied fields of health, organizations, and gender are integrated throughout.

§         Addresses the historical context and background of social psychology’s theories and research.

§         Real world examples are used throughout to promote debate and further

exploration of the subject.

 

 

§         Students and Lecturers will find a range of targeted resources on our Companion Website such as self-test questions for each chapter, a password-protected Instructor's Manual and testbank files. To access these materials, visit www.pearsoned.co.uk/hogg

 

 

THE AUTHORS

Michael Hogg is Professor of Social Psychology at the University of Queensland, and Visiting Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He has previously lectured at Bristol University, Princeton University, and the University of Melbourne, and has been a British Academy Visiting Professor at Birmingham University.

Graham Vaughan is Professor of Psychology at the University of Auckland. He has previously held posts at Bristol University, Cambridge University, the Maison des Sciences de l’Homme in Paris, the University of Illinois, Princeton University, and the National University of Singapore.

 

 

Quatrième de couverture

Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology

 

This text is accessible, practical and authoritative.  It meets the needs of students doing research at all levels for the first time.  The key theoretical and conceptual issues are discussed in detail alongside the practicalities of doing research.  There are major chapters on searching the literature, ethics, and developing ideas for research projects.  Quantitative and qualitative research are covered and the appropriate use of both explained.  It is a complete and attractive book written to help psychology students throughout their course.

 

Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology can be used to alone or to complement the authors’ Introduction to Statistics in Psychology and Introduction to SPSS in Psychology also published by Prentice Hall.

 

Key Features

 

-         Meets the needs of all students, a book that is well organised, well written, comprehensive and relevant

-         Explains the purpose and benefits of all types of research design

-         Sets research in the context of the general study of psychology

-         Discusses at length neglected topics such as the literature search and the process of  originating ideas for research

-         Looks at writing research reports as a major aspect of planning and carrying out research

-         Includes expert guidance on both quantitative and qualitative research

 

Dennis Howitt and Duncan Cramer are both Readers in Psychology at Loughborough University

 

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Pearson
• Date d'édition: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0139599827
• ISBN 13: 9780139599828
• Reliure: Cahier d'exercices
• Langue: anglais
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 448
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible