Research Methods: Concepts and Connections

At last, a fresh approach to the research methods course. With 20+ years experience teaching the course, Michael Passer knows what students understand and where they struggle.  His highly anticipated new book, Research Methods: Concepts and Connections, offers students clear and compelling explanations and examples drawn from cutting-edge research from across the subfields of psychology. Readers come away with an unparalleled understanding of behavioral research practice in today’s world and how those skills apply to everyday life.

Michael W. Passer coordinates the introductory psychology program at the University of Washington, USA which enrolls more than 3,000 students per year. He received his Bachelors degree from the University of Rochester, his PhD from UCLA in social psychology, and has been a faculty member at the University of Washington since 1977.