Research Methods: A Tool for Life Plus MySearchLab with Etext -- Access Card Package

How psychological research makes a difference in everyday lives Research Methods: A Tool for Life introduces readers to the importance of scientific research in every day life. Updated in the third edition, this text presents current research that engages students with familiar issues. Discussions of controversies in psychology stimulate student interest while explaining important methodological concepts, which helps students understand how new research emerges. Learning Goals Upon completing this book, readers should be able to: * Generate a research question and select an appropriate methodology * Deal appropriately with ethical issues related to research * Conduct meaningful research using a wide array of methodologies * Consider social and cultural factors when consuming or conducting research * Write a Research Report Note: MySearchLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MySearchLab, please visit www.mysearchlab.com or you can purchase a ValuePack of the text + MySearchLab: ValuePack ISBN-10: 0205903878 / ValuePack ISBN-13: 9780205903870