Experimental Design and Research in Psychology is an introductory guide to doing an applied research project in psychology. The author guides instructors and students through each stage of the process from conceptualization through dissemination by presenting the essential concepts, step by step, with frequent opportunities for assessment and reinforcement through practice and application. The book and accompanying website cover the entire process for beginner researcher and include continuous support for the use of SPSS. The book guides readers through:
-Selecting your topic
-Reviewing the literature
-Developing a hypothesis
-Using SPSS to analyse your data
-Writing up your research
The text serves as a core text for instructors teaching applied research to psychology students, at undergraduate and postgraduate level. For students, it's the essential guide to succeeding in your psychology research project.