Investigating Psychology: Key concepts, key studies, key approaches

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Brace, Nicola

Psychology & Counseling

OUP Oxford

Drawing on a wide range of studies and some classic pieces of psychological research, Investigating Psychology provides an accessible and engaging introduction to the study of psychology. It focuses specifically on how psychologists go about doing their research, how their work relates to real-life problems and social issues, and how psychology as a discipline has been influenced by broader political, historical and technological developments. The book is divided into three parts, each with its own overarching theme. This structure facilitates the exploration, across the chapters within each part, of a number of broader issues in psychology. Part 1: Why do people do harm to others? Part 2: How do others influence who we are and what we do? Part 3: How do we investigate psychological processes that we cannot directly observe, like attention, memory or language? Each part consists of three individual chapters with at its core a classic piece of psychological research which relates to some real-life question of contemporary relevance. In considering the specific piece of research, each chapter (1) introduces in an accessible and concrete way a particular method or approach, (2) examines the relevant historical, social and political conditions underpinning the study, and (3) considers the subsequent developments in the field and how the question addressed by the classic study has since been explored by psychologists. The studies examined in the chapters have been carefully chosen to ensure that the book as whole introduces readers to different areas of psychology (social, cognitive, developmental, biological, individual differences, etc.) as well as to a range of research traditions (behaviourism, experimental psychology, ethology, observation, etc.). The book also covers issues such as different types of evidence, methods and data, the complex nature of causation and the importance of ethics in psychological research. Investigating Psychology will give its readers a better understanding of the diverse nature of psychology as an academic discipline, and of the different ways in which psychologists go about investigating new ideas about the human mind and behaviour. Online Resource Centre: For lecturers: - Figures from the book in electronic format; - Links to related video content, for use in teaching - Suggested activities to reinforce concepts covered in the text For students: - Online MCQs, to check understanding as you progress through the text - Flashcard glossary, to help you master the key terminology

Investigating Psychology: key concepts, key studies, key approaches

Byford, Jovan

Oxford University Press

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Spss for Psychologists

Kemp, Richard

Snelgar, Rosemary

PALGRAVE~MACMILLAN

The new edition of this best-selling guide carefully leads the user through the process of using SPSS (now called PASW) versions 16 and 17 to analyze psychological data. The authors review the basic issues regarding design and proceed through all of the major statistical techniques used in psychology, from introductory to advanced level. As with previous editions, the book retains the comprehensive coverage, clarity and flexibility that has made it an indispensable resource for students at all levels. This 4th Edition: <ul>
<li>covers SPSS (now called PASW) versions 16 and 17 and is backward compatible with other versions</li> <li>focuses specifically on the needs of psychologists and psychology students</li> <li>features a new color layout and chapter tabs for easy reading and navigation</li> <li>displays annotated screenshots and key ‘tip’ boxes to help students track their progress and avoid common pitfalls</li> <li>provides expanded coverage of graphing and guides students through reporting the outcome of statistical analysis</li> <li>sets SPSS in the context of research design and statistics, and discusses the rationale and use of each test throughout</li>
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Comprehensive in coverage, the book reviews advanced statistical material such as ANCOVA, factor analysis, logistic regression, and discriminant analysis as well as issues related to research design, data entry, data handling, data manipulation and modification in SPSS; how to calculate basic statistical procedures using SPSS; tests of difference for two sample designs, tests of correlation, and tests for nominal and categorical data; and tests for experiments involving complex designs or for data obtained using surveys. SPSS for Psychologists, 4/E covers SPSS versions 16 and 17, but is also appropriate for earlier versions. The book highlights the differences between the versions and includes coverage of reliability measures, partial correlations, and using statistics for scale constructions. Each statistical test features a brief description, an example of typical or actual research that might be analyzed using the test, and step-by-step instructions on how to perform the test using SPSS. Numerous screenshots and detailed descriptions of the steps required to perform the test, are included. Annotated examples of SPSS output help the reader understand and report the results of their analyses. Information on how to insert output into a text document is also included. A number of sample exercises, datasets, and other useful information is found on a companion Web site at www.palgrave.com/psychology/brace

SPSS for Psychologists: Fourth Edition

Business & Money

Education & Reference

Routledge Academic

The new edition of this best-selling guide carefully leads the user through the process of using SPSS to analyze psychological data. The authors review the basic issues regarding design and proceed through all of the major statistical techniques used in psychology, from introductory to advanced level. Readers are introduced to the rationale and use of each test and shown how to choose, perform, and report the statistical analysis of their own data. SPSS for Psychologists, 3/E covers SPSS versions 12 and 13, but is also appropriate for those using versions 9 - 11. The new edition highlights the differences between the versions and now includes coverage of reliability measures, partial correlations, and using statistics for scale constructions. Comprehensive in coverage, the book reviews advanced statistical material such as ANCOVA, factor analysis, logistic regression, and discriminant analysis as well as issues related to research design, data entry, data handling, data manipulation and modification in SPSS; how to calculate basic statistical procedures using SPSS; tests of difference for two sample designs, tests of correlation, and tests for nominal and categorical data; and tests for experiments involving complex designs or for data obtained using surveys. Each statistical test features a brief description, an example of typical or actual research that might be analyzed using the test, and step-by-step instructions on how to perform the test using SPSS. Numerous screenshots and detailed descriptions of the steps required to perform the test, are included. Annotated examples of SPSS output help the reader understand and report the results of their analyses. Information on how to insert output into a text document is also included. The data used in the examples is found in an appendix and on a book specific Web site. Intended for use as a supplementary text in statistics/research methods courses in psychology and related social sciences, a basic knowledge of Windows is assumed.

SPSS for Psychologists: A Guide to Data Analysis Using Spss for Windows

Psychology Press

This popular text guides the novice user through the process of entering and analyzing data using SPSS. The authors assume only basic knowledge of Windows, review the basic issues regarding design and statistics, and proceed gently through all the major statistical techniques used in psychology, from introductory up to advanced level. Students are introduced to the rationale and use of each test and provided with clearly annotated examples of SPSS output. In this way, they are shown how to choose, perform, and report the statistical analysis of their own data. This edition covers SPSS 10 and 11, and contains more advanced statistical material--ANCOVA, factor analysis, logistic regression, and discriminate analysis. This book is intended for undergraduate students in statistics/research methods courses and other undergraduate-level social science courses.

The new edition of this best-selling guide carefully leads the user through the process of using SPSS to analyze psychological data. The authors review the basic issues regarding design and proceed through all of the major statistical techniques used in

SPSS for Psychologists, Third Edition

Psychology students can find statistical analysis a challenging and complex task and, in order to master the techniques and complete their assignments and projects, they need to have a sound understanding of IBM SPSS. This practical book is designed to introduce students to SPSS in an accessible yet rigorous way, so that they can feel confident with a variety of essential tasks: from data entry to completing a t-test in statistical analyses you need for your course or research. With handy screenshots throughout, students are guided through the process from start to finish. This ‘end to end’ approach will enable both undergraduate psychology students and those more experienced in statistical analysis to get started and then master this powerful software tool.

SPSS for Psychologists: And Everybody Else

Red Globe Press

Combining comprehensive coverage with an accessible style, the new edition of this best-selling guide leads users step-by-step through the process of using IBM SPSS version 23 to analyze research data. The authors review the basic issues regarding research design and proceed through all of the major statistical techniques, from introductory to advanced level. Readers are introduced to the rationale and use of each test and shown how to choose, perform, and report the statistical analysis of their own data. Each statistical test features a brief description, an example of typical research that might be analyzed using the test and step-by-step instructions on how to perform the test using IBM SPSS. Annotated examples of output help readers understand and report the results of their analyses. Sample screenshots and key ‘tip’ boxes help readers track their progress and avoid common pitfalls. Sample exercises and datasets are available at www.he.palgrave.com/psychology/brace. Whether you’re new to statistical analysis, or a more experienced researcher in need of a refresher, this book is an essential resource for those who use IBM SPSS. The sixth edition of SPSS for Psychologists (and everybody else): <ul>
<li>is compliant with SPSS version 23, and backward-compatible with previous versions of the software</li> <li>has been fully updated and revised throughout, and now provides coverage of syntax</li> <li>features a brand-new, reader-friendly layout that makes navigation even easier than before</li> <li>offers a sophisticated range of video tutorials, along with sample exercises, datasets and other useful resources at www.he.palgrave.com/psychology/brace. </li> </ul> An ideal supplement for courses in statistics, quantitative analysis or techniques, research methods, research (experimental design) or any course in which IBM SPSS is used this book is also appreciated by researchers interested in using SPSS for their data analysis.

IBM SPSS for Psychologists: Fifth Edition

Students can find statistical analysis a challenging and complex task and, in order to master the techniques and complete their assignments and projects successfully, they need to have a sound understanding of IBM SPSS and its functions. Updated to be compatible with IBM SPSS 25, with handy screen-shots throughout, the seventh edition of this trusted and practical textbook will take students on a step-by-step journey towards carrying out a range of essential tasks with confidence: from performing an analysis to interpreting outputs and reporting the results. This book is an unbeatable, must-have guide to IBM SPSS that will allow undergraduate psychology students to master this powerful software tool.

SPSS for Psychologists

Harrison, Virginia

Bloomsbury Academic

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Investigating Psychology: Key concepts, key studies, key approaches

Investigating Psychology: key concepts, key studies, key approaches

Spss for Psychologists

SPSS for Psychologists: Fourth Edition

SPSS for Psychologists: A Guide to Data Analysis Using Spss for Windows

SPSS for Psychologists: A Guide to Data Analysis Using Spss for Windows

SPSS for Psychologists, Third Edition

SPSS for Psychologists: And Everybody Else

IBM SPSS for Psychologists: Fifth Edition

SPSS for Psychologists