Research Methods, Statistics, and Applications - Softcover

Adams, Kathrynn A.; McGuire (aka: Lawrence), Eva Kung

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9781071817834: Research Methods, Statistics, and Applications
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1071817833 ISBN 13: 9781071817834
Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc, 2022

Synopsis

Research Methods, Statistics, and Applications by Kathrynn A. Adams and Eva K. McGuire is designed to give students the experience of being a researcher by combining the interrelated concepts of research methods and statistics to better explain how the research process incorporates both elements. Employing a conversational tone throughout, coupled with an emphasis on decision-making, this best-selling text will spark students’ interest in conducting research and improve their ability to critically analyze research in their daily lives.

The Third Edition includes a new chapter on measurement to better highlight its critical importance, updates for the 7th edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, new examples related to social justice, additional sections on qualitative research methods, and more thorough integration of research ethics information and tips throughout each chapter.

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About the Authors

Kathrynn (Kathy) A. Adams earned her PhD in general experimental psychology from the University of Alabama in 1977. She was a Charles A. Dana Professor of Psychology at Guilford College when she retired in 2017 after 37 years of teaching. Her professional interests include gender issues, relationships, and teaching pedagogy. She worked with the Preparing Future Faculty Program for 20 years and helped establish the Early College at Guilford, a nationally ranked high school. In her spare time, she spends as much time as possible outdoors, practices yoga, and bakes chocolate desserts.



Eva K. McGuire earned her PhD in clinical psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2002. She is a Charles A. Dana Professor of Psychology at Guilford College, where she has taught since 2003. Her research interests include environmental psychology and computer-mediated communication. Eva enjoys walking, yoga, and bike riding, and she loves to listen to live music.

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Publisher
SAGE Publications, Inc
Publication date
2022
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1071817833
ISBN 13 
9781071817834
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
3
Number of pages
696
Rating
  • 3.50 out of 5 stars
    30 ratings by Goodreads