Description
Book SynopsisA Guide to Teaching Research Methods in Psychology provides instructors with a practical handbook for teaching psychological research methods. The book
- Discusses in detail many of the challenges and dilemmas that instructors often face when teaching this demanding course
- Covers a wide range of topics - from pedagogical considerations and course preparation to reflection and course revision
- Offers alternative strategies for teaching research methods with practical suggestions for their implementation
- Accessible and informative to all current and future research methods instructors, from graduate assistants to seasoned classroom veterans
Trade Review“This is a clear, concise, comprehensive guide for those who teach research methods in psychology. Saville's style is upbeat and easy to read, and his presentation is well organized and nicely documented. Recommended.” (
Choice Reviews, October 2008)
Table of ContentsSeries Editor’s Preface.
Preface.
Acknowledgments.
1. An Introduction to Psychological Research Methods: Course Content and Pedagogical Considerations.
2. Getting Ready to Teach.
3. Teaching Psychology as a Science.
4. Ethical Considerations in Psychological Research: Teaching Issues.
5. Teaching Reliability and Validity.
6. Teaching the Distinction between Experimental and Nonexperimental Research Methods.
7. Teaching the Relation between Statistics and Research Methods.
8. Teaching the Distinction between Large-N and Small-N Research Designs.
9. The Laboratory as Teaching Tool.
10. Innovative Approaches to Teaching Research Methods.
11. Reflection and Revision.
Appendix: Professional Development Resources in the Teaching of Psychology.
Index.
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