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Jerry Cappel, David Clough, Robert Gottfried, Kendra Haloviak Valentine, Perry H. Jones, Jeffrey Alan Lockwood, Mick Pope, Bryan Ness, Andrew R. H. Thompson, Matthew Valdez, Cristina Vanin, David J. Kendall, Celia Deane-Drummond

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Ecocritical Theory and Practice

This book promotes Christian ecology and animal ethics from the perspectives of the Bible, science, and the Judeo-Christian tradition. In an age of climate change, how do we protect species and individual animals? Does it matter how we treat bugs? How does understanding the Trinity and Christ's self-emptying nature help us to be more responsible earth caretakers? What do Christian ethics have to do with hunting? How do the Foxfire books of Southern Appalachia help us to love a place? Does ...

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Bryan J. Rooney, Annabel Ness Evans

Methods in Psychological Research introduces students to the rich world of research in psychology through student-friendly writing, compelling real-world examples, and frequent opportunities for practice. Using a relaxed yet supportive tone that eases student anxiety, the authors present a mixture of conceptual and practical discussions, and spark reader interest in research by covering meaningful topics that resonate with today’s students. In-text features like Conceptual...

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Neil J. Salkind

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SAGE 100 Questions and Answers

"How do I create a good research hypothesis?""How do I know when my literature review is finished?""What is the difference between a sample and a population?""What is power and why is it important?"In an increasingly data-driven world, it is more important than ever for students as well as professionals to better understand the process of research. This invaluable guide answers the essential questions that students ask abo...

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Geoffrey R. Marczyk, David DeMatteo, David Festinger

Master the essential skills for designing and conducting a successful research projectEssentials of Research Design and Methodology contains practical information on how to design and conduct scientific research in the behavioral and social sciences. This accessible guide covers basic to advanced concepts in a clear, concrete, and readable style.The text offers students and practitioners in the behavioral sciences and related disciplines important insights into identifying ...

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Sumita S. Kaufhold, John A. Kaufhold

This is an beginning book on statistics and research. It could be used by undergraduate students and graduate students alike. The book covers several methods of research including correlational and experimental methods. Rudiments of descriptive statistics and inferential statistics are also presented.

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Keith Coaley

In An Introduction to Psychological Assessment and Psychometrics, Keith Coaley outlines the key ingredients of psychological assessment, providing case studies to illustrate their application, making it an ideal textbook for courses on psychometrics or psychological assessment.New to the Second Edition:Includes occupational and educational settingsCovers ethical and professional issues with a strong practical focus...

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Thomas M. Haladyna, Michael C. Rodriguez

Since test items are the building blocks of any test, learning how to develop and validate test items has always been critical to the teaching-learning process. As they grow in importance and use, testing programs increasingly supplement the use of selected-response (multiple-choice) items with constructed-response formats. This trend is expected to continue. As a result, a new item writing book is needed, one that provides comprehensive coverage of both types of items and of the validity ...

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Bruce B. Frey

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SAGE 100 Questions and Answers

100 Questions (and Answers) About Tests and Measurement asks (and answers) important questions about the world of social science measurement. It is ideal as an introduction to students new to the concepts, to advanced students and professionals looking to review ideas and procedures, as well as to those interested in knowing more about a test they have to take or how to interpret the score they receive.

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Thomas M Haladyna

This book is intended for anyone who is seriously interested in designing and validating multiple-choice test items that measure understanding and the application of knowledge and skills to complex situations, such as critical thinking and problem solving. The most comprehensive and authoritative book in its field, this edition has been extensively revised to include:*more information about writing items that match content standards;*more information about creating item pools...

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Tracey D. Matthews, Kimberly T. Kostelis

Designing and Conducting Research in Health and Human Performance shows students how to become effective producers and consumers of health and human performance research. The book provides comprehensive coverage of both quantitative and qualitative research methods and includes step-by-step guidance for writing effective research proposals and theses. In addition, the authors show how to read, assess, interpret, and apply published research and how to conduct basic studies in health, physi...

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Susana Urbina, Alan S. Kaufman, Nadeen L. Kaufman

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Essentials of Behavioral Science

An easy-to-understand overview of the key concepts of psychological testingFully updated and revised, the second edition of Essentials of Psychological Testing surveys the basic principles of psychometrics, succinctly presents the information needed to understand and evaluate tests, and introduces readers to the major contemporary reference works in the field.This engaging, practical overview of the most relevant psychometric concepts and technique...

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Amy J. L. Baker, Benjamin Charvat

Social service agencies are facing the same expectations in quality management and outcomes as private companies, compelling staff members and researchers to provide and interpret valid and useful research to stakeholders at all levels in the field. Child welfare agencies are particularly scrutinized. In this textbook, two highly experienced researchers offer the best techniques for conducting sound research in the field. Covering not only the methodological challenges but also the real-li...