This resource offers a few suggestions to get you started with the research process.
A comprehensive resource that details research methods and interview designs along with information on how to conduct a focus group.
Psychology is designed to meet scope and sequence requirements for the single-semester introduction to psychology course. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of core concepts, grounded in both classic studies and current and emerging research. The text also includes coverage of the DSM-5 in examinations of psychological disorders. Psychology incorporates discussions that reflect the diversity within the discipline, as well as the diversity of cultures and communities across the globe.Senior Contributing AuthorsRose M. Spielman, Formerly of Quinnipiac UniversityContributing AuthorsKathryn Dumper, Bainbridge State CollegeWilliam Jenkins, Mercer UniversityArlene Lacombe, Saint Joseph's UniversityMarilyn Lovett, Livingstone CollegeMarion Perlmutter, University of Michigan
By the end of this section, you will be able to:
Describe the different research methods used by psychologists
Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of case studies, naturalistic observation, surveys, and archival research
Compare longitudinal and cross-sectional approaches to research
Provides guidelines for how to structure a survey. Click on the links in the sidebar to access all materials in this section. Subtopics include: types of questions, content of questions, response format, wording of questions, and question placement.
This site from Cornell University contains great information on random or probability sampling. Definitely a site worth checking out on the subject.
Discusses how to effectively word questions on surveys.
Created to teach students of the 21st century, SOPHIA is bringing the concept of empirical questions straight to your fingertips within this interactive lesson. [13:36]