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Research in Psychology: A Practical Guide to Methods and Statistics

Research in Psychology: A Practical Guide to Methods and Statistics

by Colin Dyer (Author)

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    Illustrated 2006

    $44.78
Synopsis

Colin Dyer's Research in Psychology provides a concise and accessible introduction to research methods and statistics in the field, presenting a clear focus on the practicalities of how to effectively conduct research. * Presents thorough coverage of key areas and topics. * Provides consistently clear exposition and explanation, while remaining succinct and concise. * Coverage of SPSS Versions 11, 12 and 13. * Focuses on the practicalities of research, (the how to do it element). * Includes qualitative, as well as quantitative, approaches . * Meets the current needs of students with little background in research methods and statistics.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
 Pages: 336
 Edition: 2
 Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: 11 Sep 2006
ISBN 10: 1405125268
ISBN 13: 9781405125260

Media Reviews
'Research in Psychology' by Colin Dyer is well and clearly written, comprehensive and fully meets the requirements of Level One Psychology undergraduates for research methods. Professor Tony Shelton, Liverpool John Moores University, UK. A user-friendly book covering a variety of topics, explaining different research methods and analyses in ways that are easy to digest... A must-have for all psychology students approaching research projects and dissertations! Sanjeet Ghataore, BPS student representative, Aston University Colin Dyer's book is a timely and authoritive text. Consistent with the current syllabus guidelines of the British Psychological Society this text covers both quantitative and qualitative research methods and data analysis. Dyer seamlessly integrates theory, practical examples and 'button pressing' within his chapters which creates a truly comprehensive, yet accessible, guide to research in psychology. Nicola Graham-Kevan, University of Central Lancashire, UK. ...provides a concise and accessible introduction to research methods and statistics in the field. Adolescence and Family Therapy
Author Bio
Colin Dyer has a first degree in Psychology from the University of Leicester and an M.Sc. in Cognition, Computing, and Psychology from the University of Warwick. He has been teaching psychology since 1978 and has gained experience of all levels from GCSE to postgraduate. He is now a freelance writer and researcher having previously managed and taught HE courses at North Warwickshire & Hinckley College. He is also an Honorary Lecturer at Coventry University, where he has taught both Psychology undergraduates and students on the Clinical Doctorate program.