Psychology by Neil R Carlson
Covering the aspects of 1st year undergraduate psychology courses, this book emphasises how the various sub-disciplines in psychology are interrelated. It covers research and the application of that research to real-life problems and situations. It includes a companion web Site and lecture resources. It engages, informs, and facilitates debate.
Reviews of the second edition: "The nature, debates and controversies inherent in contemporary psychology are captured in an informative and critical, yet stimulating manner" "Pedagogically, this book is superior to the majority that I have encountered and this is its main strength" "..this text is notable and indeed refreshing as it frequently refers to European research" "Many of the tutorial ideas and questions for debate contained in the lecturer's resource manual have been well received...The companion webiste is extremely useful" "The text is well written and well structured" "Gail Kinman, Senior Lecturer, University of Luton "(Journal of Health, Social and Environmental Issues, 2004, Vol. 5, No.1)" "The layout is of the best US glossy standard with subtle boxes designed to facilitate critical thinking - "Questions to think about", "Cutting edge", "Psychology in action", "Key terms and chapter reviews". Hugh Coolican - Coventry University Times Higher Education Supplement - November 26 2004, p.XIX Reviews of the first edition: "A student could come to grips intellectually with arguments on the basis of the text alone the overall level of the analysis in the book is very high for an introductory textbook with clear exposition of often quite difficult ideas" P.O'Donnell, Glasgow University
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| ISBN 13 | 9780130359117 |
| ISBN 10 | 0130359114 |
| Title | Psychology |
| Author | Neil R Carlson |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Pearson Education (US) |
| Year published | 2003-11-13 |
| Number of pages | 944 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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