Now updated to reflect the changes made from the fifth to the sixth edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, this book takes the reader step-by-step through crafting research questions or theses executing library database searches analyzing, evaluating, and synthesizing literature drafting specific parts of a paper and more.
Writing samples, including two full-length student papers in draft, marked-up, and final form, illustrate key concepts such as how to synthesize literature, how revision differs from editing, and how to recognize and avoid plagiarism. Guidance on how to communicate with instructors on a professional level is given, and the book shows examples of checklists and grading rubrics instructors might use.
A self-quiz to engage the reader's knowledge of APA style and format is also included, as well as example reference formats and other quick-reference style tools.
Writing samples, including two full-length student papers in draft, marked-up, and final form, illustrate key concepts such as how to synthesize literature, how revision differs from editing, and how to recognize and avoid plagiarism. Guidance on how to communicate with instructors on a professional level is given, and the book shows examples of checklists and grading rubrics instructors might use.
A self-quiz to engage the reader's knowledge of APA style and format is also included, as well as example reference formats and other quick-reference style tools.
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Updated to reflect APA sixth edition standards, this practical guide leads readers through crafting research questions, executing library searches, and synthesizing literature. With annotated student papers, advice on revision vs. editing, plagiarism avoidance, and quick-reference tools, it offers essential support.
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Preface
Introduction
- Why Psychology Students (and Not Just English Majors) Have to Write
- Starting Your Paper: Finding the Thread of Your Story
- Extracting the Useful Nuggets From a Literature Search
- How to Write Your Psychology Paper With Style: General Tips
- Bringing the Audience Up to Speed With Literature Reviews
- Telling an Original Story Through a Research Paper
- The Rest of the Story: Title, Abstract, References, and Tables
- Reshaping Your Story for Different Audiences: Other Types of Writing in Psychology
References
Index
About the Author
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Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781433812163
Publisert
2012-06-15
Utgiver
American Psychological Association
Høyde
254 mm
Bredde
178 mm
Aldersnivå
G, UU, 01, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
192
Forfatter
Biografisk notat
R. Eric Landrum, PhD, is a professor of psychology at Boise State University, Idaho. He received his PhD in cognitive psychology (with an emphasis in quantitative methodology) from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, in 989. His research interests center on the study of educational issues, identifying those conditions that best facilitate student success (broadly defined).He has made over 2 professional presentations at conferences and has published 7 books or book chapters and over professional articles in scholarly, peer-reviewed journals. His work has appeared in journals such as Teaching of Psychology, College Teaching, Educational and Psychological Measurement, Journal of College Student Development, College Student Journal, and Psychological Reports.
He has worked with more than 2 undergraduate research assistants and in years at Boise State, he has taught over , students.
Dr. Landrum is the coeditor and author of two chapters in Protecting Human Subjects: Departmental Subject Pools and Institutional Review Boards ( 999) and lead author (with Stephen F. Davis) of The Psychology Major: Career Options and Strategies for Success (3rd ed., 2 7).
He is a member of APA (fellow Division 2, Society for the Teaching of Psychology), the Midwestern Psychological Association, and the Rocky Mountain Psychological Association.
He is an award-winning teacher (Associated Students of Boise State University Outstanding Faculty Member Award, 994 and 2 5 Boise State University Foundation Scholars Outstanding Teacher Award, 2 2) and researcher (Social Sciences amp amp Public Affairs Tenured Research Award, 2 4).
At Boise State University, Dr. Landrum teaches courses in General Psychology (in the classroom and online), Introduction to the Psychology Major, Statistical Methods, Research Methods, and Psychological Measurements. He has served as national president of the Council of Teachers of Undergraduate Psychology and works with Psi Chi both locally and regionally. He served as department chair from 99 amp ndash 2 and again from 2 5 amp ndash 2 .