About This Book

Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences, 3rd Edition

This comprehensive textbook is a go-to resource for students and educators in the field of behavioral sciences. It's designed to provide a clear and comprehensive introduction to research methods, making it an essential tool for anyone looking to understand and apply research techniques in their studies.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in behavioral sciences courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for professionals in related fields who need to understand and apply research methods effectively.

History and Editions

The 3rd edition of Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on ethical considerations in behavioral science research. This edition includes detailed updates on various research designs (nonexperimental, quasi-experimental, and experimental) and provides step-by-step instructions on how to analyze data using SPSS. The book's problem-focused organization ensures that students gain a full picture of the scientific process.

Author and Other Works

Gregory J. Privitera is the author of Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences. He is known for his ability to present complex research concepts in a clear and accessible manner. This book is part of his broader contributions to educational resources in the field of behavioral sciences.

Key Features

Problem-Focused Organization: The book is organized into five main sections that build upon each other, providing a comprehensive introduction to research methods.
Ethics in Focus: Integrated throughout the chapters are sections reviewing important ethical issues related to the topics discussed.
Research Design Coverage: The text covers three broad categories of research design, focusing on understanding how, when, and why research designs are used, and the types of questions each design can and cannot answer.
SPSS Guide: A guide at the front of the book provides an easy-to-follow overview of how to use SPSS with this book, including instructions on reading Data View and Variable View screens and using SPSS sections in the book.
Learning Objectives and Checks: Learning objectives organize student learning outcomes at the beginning of each chapter, and chapter-concluding summaries answer these objectives. Learning checks with answer keys allow students to review what they learn as they learn it.
Making Sense Sections: These sections break down the most difficult concepts to ease student stress and make research methods more approachable.
APA Appendices: The book includes APA appendices to support learning of APA style.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781544309811
eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781544309828
eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781544309835
Loose-leaf: ISBN-13: 9781544309842

Publication Details

Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc.
Publication Date: March 6, 2019
Number of Pages: 616
Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

The 2nd edition is available through SAGE Publications and other retailers. Related ISBNs include:

9781544309804
9781544309811 (hardcover)
9781544309828 (eTextbook)
9781544309835 (eTextbook)
9781544309842 (loose-leaf)

Rental Options

Various rental durations are available from different retailers.

Dimensions and Weight

Dimensions: 9 x 1.9 x 10.6 inches

Item Weight: 3.5 pounds

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences, 3rd Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.