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KEY FEATURES OF THE PROCESS OF RESEARCH IN PSYCHOLOGY, FIFTH EDITION

New to this Edition:

• Chapter 4: How Researchers Use the Scientific Method now includes a discussion of reliability and validity prior to the chapter on variables and measurement so students better understand the importance of this topic at the time of discussion.
• The entire book, but especially Chapter 8: Reporting Research, has been revised for the seventh edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association.
• Chapter 10: Survey Research has been reorganized and expanded to group topics clearly and provide additional information on qualitative data analysis.
• Additional "Test Yourself" questions at the end of each chapter focus on application to help students transition from reading to doing.
• Coverage of the latest software packages, including JASP and R, now feature alongside SPSS in the Appendix.
• Updated research examples throughout the text include more research about and conducted by underrepresented groups.

Key Features:

• Chapter organization mirrors the steps in the research process in the first part of the book and then details the different types of research designs in the second half. This sequence reflects the logical progression of the research process first before delving into the specifics of designs.
• The spaced repetition of concepts follows a proven memory/learning model that maximizes student retention.
• Thinking About Research sections at the end of chapters provide a summary of a real research study for students to analyze and relate back to the chapter content.
• Examples and activities in each chapter come from a wide range of psychological settings, giving students a useful overview of real research.
• The Using Research feature at the end of selected chapters helps students connect research methods knowledge to reports they encounter in their daily lives and in the media.
• End-of-Chapter Quizzes allow students to assess their progress.