Using a unique "magazine-style" format, Rod Plotnik's INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY offers a modular, visually-oriented approach to the fundamentals that makes even the toughest concepts engaging and entertaining. Incorporating the latest research updates, the text breaks concepts down into small, easily digested chunks.
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"The community college student generally needs a practical oriented text with 'life' examples to lock-in concepts. No other text does this better than Plotnik."
"Students receive an in-depth presentation of the materials and are then able to test themselves in the Concept Review before proceeding to the next topic area. I also appreciate the Summary Test, Critical Thinking, and Links to Learning sections. The end of chapter Summary Tests are outstanding. Since critical thinking is a major requirement for our accreditation process, it is a major part of my syllabus."
"The Research Focus section is absolutely necessary and adequate. The cultural diversity section makes some interesting points though example."
"I plan on adopting the 7th edition. This text has resonated well with students. It has the finest exam band editor I have used to date, very intuitive."
"The major strengths of the modules are the accuracy of information, clear writing style, module organization and Concept Review/Summary Test sections. I especially liked that there were many, many new citations included in these modules."
The strengths of this text are numerous. First and most importantly, students love the book, which means they read it. I have had more unsolicited compliments from students on the Plotnik text than any book I have used in over 15 years of teaching. The visuals are great and very engaging. The examples are relevant to the student populations and aid in encoding the material in an elaborative way. Application of material is a must and this book does it very well. Language is clear and at the appropriate level for the majority of students in my classes. Theoretically it is eclectic and relatively evenhanded. The cultural diversity sections are outstanding.
"Students receive an in-depth presentation of the materials and are then able to test themselves in the Concept Review before proceeding to the next topic area. I also appreciate the Summary Test, Critical Thinking, and Links to Learning sections. The end of chapter Summary Tests are outstanding. Since critical thinking is a major requirement for our accreditation process, it is a major part of my syllabus."
"The Research Focus section is absolutely necessary and adequate. The cultural diversity section makes some interesting points though example."
"I plan on adopting the 7th edition. This text has resonated well with students. It has the finest exam band editor I have used to date, very intuitive."
"The major strengths of the modules are the accuracy of information, clear writing style, module organization and Concept Review/Summary Test sections. I especially liked that there were many, many new citations included in these modules."
The strengths of this text are numerous. First and most importantly, students love the book, which means they read it. I have had more unsolicited compliments from students on the Plotnik text than any book I have used in over 15 years of teaching. The visuals are great and very engaging. The examples are relevant to the student populations and aid in encoding the material in an elaborative way. Application of material is a must and this book does it very well. Language is clear and at the appropriate level for the majority of students in my classes. Theoretically it is eclectic and relatively evenhanded. The cultural diversity sections are outstanding.
About the Author
Rod Plotnik earned his Ph.D. as a biological psychologist from University of Florida and a post doctorate at Yale University. He has been drawn to teaching students through visuals to get them excited about the material, which he also does throughout his text, INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY, Seventh Edition.
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Very Informative book, no stone left unturned!,
This review is from: Introduction to Psychology (with InfoTrac) (Hardcover)
This book is the most interesting and informative psychology book out there. It explains all the psycholoical processes to a tee! Pay no attention to the negative feedback, it's either too old from prior editions, or off subject completely. This book is a must have in your arsenal for dealing with and understanding people.
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Informative,
This review is from: Introduction to Psychology (with InfoTrac ) (Paperback)
This book is great. The CD's that come with it offer great study tools that have been very helpful in learning the material. The book itself is a very easy read and the format allows easy digestion of the material. Love it and feel that I will be well prepared for tests and final examines.
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Book in Perfect Condition,
This review is from: Introduction to Psychology (with InfoTrac) (Hardcover)
I got the book in only a few days and it was in perfect condition. It was practically new. I got it at a really good price at like $19 my school wanted me to pay $72 for the same book!!Thanks so much :)
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