Handbook of Research Methods in Human Operant Behavior

Handbook of Research Methods in Human Operant Behavior

Author: Kennon A. Lattal

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-11-21

Total Pages: 665

ISBN-13: 1489919473

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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.


Handbook of Research Methods in Experimental Psychology

Handbook of Research Methods in Experimental Psychology

Author: Stephen F. Davis

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008-04-15

Total Pages: 520

ISBN-13: 0470756721

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The Handbook of Research Methods in Experimental Psychology presents a comprehensive and contemporary treatment of research methodologies used in experimental psychology. Places experimental psychology in historical context, investigates the changing nature of research methodology, experimental design, and analytic procedures, and features research in selected content areas. Provides an excellent source of potential research ideas for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students. Illustrates the range of research methodologies used in experimental psychology. Contains contributions written by leading researchers. Now available in full text online via xreferplus, the award-winning reference library on the web from xrefer. For more information, visit www.xreferplus.com


Handbook of Research Methods in Abnormal and Clinical Psychology

Handbook of Research Methods in Abnormal and Clinical Psychology

Author: Dean McKay

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 601

ISBN-13: 1412916305

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The Handbook of Research Methods in Abnormal and Clinical Psychology presents a diverse range of areas critical to any researcher or student entering the field. It provides valuable information on the foundations of research methods, including validity in experimental design, ethics, and statistical methods. The contributors discuss design and instrumentation for methods that are particular to abnormal and clinical psychology, including behavioral assessment, psychophysiological assessment and observational methods. They also offer details on new advances in research methodology and analysis, such as meta-analysis, taxometric methods, item response theory, and approaches to determining clinical significance. In addition, this volume covers specialty topics within abnormal and clinical psychology from forensic psychology to behavior genetics to treatment outcome methods.


Handbook of Research Methods in Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Handbook of Research Methods in Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Author: Steven G. Rogelberg

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008-04-15

Total Pages: 536

ISBN-13: 0470756578

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Handbook of Research Methods in Industrial and Organizational Psychology is a comprehensive and contemporary treatment of research philosophies, approaches, tools, and techniques indigenous to industrial and organizational psychology. Only available research handbook for Industrial & Organizational Psychology. Contributors are leading methodological & measurement scholars. Excellent balance of practical and theoretical insights which will be of interest to both novice and experienced organizational researchers. Great companion to the content-oriented Handbooks. Now available in full text online via xreferplus, the award-winning reference library on the web from xrefer. For more information, visit www.xreferplus.com


21st Century Psychology: A Reference Handbook

21st Century Psychology: A Reference Handbook

Author: Stephen F. Davis

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 1073

ISBN-13: 1412949688

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Highlights the most important topics, issues, questions, and debates in the field of psychology. Provides material of interest for students from all corners of psychological studies, whether their interests be in the biological, cognitive, developmental, social, or clinical arenas.


The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Operant and Classical Conditioning

The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Operant and Classical Conditioning

Author: Frances K. McSweeney

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2014-05-23

Total Pages: 773

ISBN-13: 1118468171

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This combined survey of operant and classical conditioning provides professional and academic readers with an up-to-date, inclusive account of a core field of psychology research, with in-depth coverage of the basic theory, its applications, and current topics including behavioral economics. Provides comprehensive coverage of operant and classical conditioning, relevant fundamental theory, and applications including the latest techniques Features chapters by leading researchers, professionals, and academicians Reviews a range of core literature on conditioning Covers cutting-edge topics such as behavioral economics


Handbook of Research Methods in Human Memory and Cognition

Handbook of Research Methods in Human Memory and Cognition

Author: C. Richard Puff

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2013-10-22

Total Pages: 495

ISBN-13: 1483265781

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Handbook of Research Methods in Human Memory and Cognition is a compilation of critical examinations of major contemporary research methods in the area of human memory and cognition. The book covers topics that are defined in terms of experimental tasks and materials, aiming to introduce newcomers to the range of methodologies available and allow flexibility of choices for established investigators on how to attack the problem. Recognition memory, free-recall, and prose memory are discussed in detail. Psychologists and researchers in allied fields will find the book a good reference material.


The Human-Computer Interaction Handbook

The Human-Computer Interaction Handbook

Author: Andrew Sears

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2002-09-01

Total Pages: 1330

ISBN-13: 9781410606723

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The Human-Computer Interaction Handbook: Fundamentals, Evolving Technologies, and Emerging Applications is a comprehensive survey of this fast-paced field that is of interest to all HCI practitioners, educators, consultants, and researchers. This includes computer scientists; industrial, electrical, and computer engineers; cognitive scientists; exp


The Oxford Handbook of Infant, Child, and Adolescent Sleep and Behavior

The Oxford Handbook of Infant, Child, and Adolescent Sleep and Behavior

Author: Amy R. Wolfson

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2013-11

Total Pages: 653

ISBN-13: 0199873631

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A compendium of the state-of-the-art for empirically-based basic and applied science and treatment information about infant, child, and adolescent sleep and behavior for behavioral scientists, educators, policymakers, and clinicians.