Methods in Behavioral Research with PowerWeb [Paperback]

Paul Cozby (Author)

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Publication Date: January 12, 2006 | ISBN-10: 0073271314 | ISBN-13: 978-0073271316 | Edition: 9

With its concise and strategic approach to decision making, Methods in Behavioral Research by Paul C. Cozby continues to gain in popularity among instructors and students alike. Building on a strong foundation of pedagogy and well-chosen examples, the ninth edition incorporates learning objectives, new graphics and activities to increase student involvement, and an updated appendix on writing research reports as well as making poster presentations.

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About the Author

Paul C. Cozby is Professor of Psychology at California State University, Fullerton. He received his Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Minnesota and B.A. from the University of California, Riverside. He is a fellow of the American Psychological Association and has been an officer of the Society for Computers in Psychology. He is coauthor of Research Methods in Human Development (McGraw-Hill). He is currently studying learning in a distance education environment.

Product Details

• Paperback: 410 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages; 9 edition (January 12, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0073271314
• ISBN-13: 978-0073271316
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #82,447 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Paul C Cozby is Emeritus Professor of Psychology at California State University, Fullerton. Dr. Cozby was an undergraduate at the University of California, Riverside, and received his Ph.D. in Psychology at the University of Minnesota. His mentor at Minnesota was Paul Rosenblatt. He is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and the Western Psychological Association, and he is a member of the the Association for Psychological Science. He is Executive Officer of the Western Psychological Association. He is the author of Using Computers in the Behavioral Sciences and co-editor with Daniel Perlman of Social Psychology. Dr. Cozby currently lives in Arizona where he also enjoys cooking, walking, and B-movies.

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb Read, February 19, 2004

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Donald H. Sabathier "godons" (Pearland, TX United States) - See all my reviews
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I know that it sounds strange that a book on research methodology could be interesting, but this is the one. Easy reading. Covers all phases of the thesis and dissertation process. Written by folks who have actually written them and who are currently supervising those are are going through this difficult and challenging process. Many practical and thought-provoking comments, tips, and suggestions. It was recommended as part of my PhD dissertation preparation course work. Read it!! You will not be dissapointed.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Useful, January 13, 2008

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Anna Ward (California) - See all my reviews
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At first the title of the book may appear daunting, but a look inside reveals a very well written book. Takes confusing topics and helps explain them in ways that a student will understand. I found it incredibly useful in my course!

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not as good as everyone says, September 26, 2005

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This seems to be the textbook of choice for a research course for most college instructors. That eliminates being able to choose a better written book of which there are many. I found the text not well organized and at times somewhat confusing with explanations that could have been done with fewer words and far more clarity. Myers' and Hansen's "Experimental Psychology" is by far a better choice in my opinion, with better organization, clearer examples and a friendlier style.