Handbook of Research Methods in Human Operant Behavior

. Ed(s): Lattal, Kennon A. (West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA); Perone, Michael

ISBN 10: 148991949X / ISBN 13: 9781489919496

Published by Springer-Verlag New York Inc., 2013

About this Item

Editor(s): Lattal, Kennon A. (West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA); Perone, Michael. Series: NATO Science Series B. Num Pages: 682 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1281. . 2013. Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1998. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Handbook of Research Methods in Human Operant Behavior
• Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 148991949X
• ISBN 13: 9781489919496
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

A host of special methodological issues arise in any discussion of research on human behavior. This practical new volume addresses many of those questions with 19 superb contributions from leading experts in the field. The text evaluates specific strategies and techniques used in laboratory settings, including - reinforcement and punishment - stimulus control - behavioral pharmacology - and methodologies concerning verbal and social behavior, among others. The book includes 135 illustrations and a notable Appendix that offers the APA's ethical guidelines for research with human subjects.