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Doing Social Psychology Research

ISBN: 978-1-4051-0812-6
Paperback
400 pages
February 2004, ©2004, Wiley-Blackwell
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This practical text introduces students to all the principal data collection methods and data analyses used in social psychology.

  • A student-friendly introduction to the data collection methods and data analyses used in social psychology.
  • Describes the principal research methods and shows how they can be applied to particular research questions.
  • Each chapter is written by a psychologist well known for using the method they describe.
  • Methods presented include conducting surveys, constructing questionnaires, facilitating focus groups, running interviews, and using archival recordings.
  • Topics used to illustrate these methods include identity processes, attribution, stereotyping, attitude change, social influence, communication, and group dynamics.
  • Includes step-by-step exercises for students and notes for course leaders.