Research Methods for Psychological Science

Written by experimental research expert, Dr.\n\nWilliam J. Ray, Research Methods for Psychological Science introduces students to the principles and practice of conducting research in psychology in an engaging, story-telling format. Ray helps students understand how research increases our understanding of ourselves and our environment and how logic and best practices can increase our understanding of human behavior. Whether their future roles will be researchers, consumers of research, or informed citizens, students will learn the importance of developing testable hypotheses, how to evaluate new information critically, and the impact of research on ourselves and our society. Based on Ray�s influential textbook, Methods Toward a Science of Behavior and Experience, the book offers up-to-date pedagogy, structure, and exercises to reinforce the student�s learning experience.Research Methods for Psychological Science 1st Edition is written by William J. Ray and published by SAGE Publications, Inc. ISBNs for Research Methods for Psychological Science are 9781544389424, 1544389426 and the print ISBNs are 9781544389448, 1544389442. Additional ISBNs include 9781544389417, 9781544389431, 9781544388946.