Research Methods in Psychology Evaluating a World of Information 3rd Edition by Beth Morling (2017)

Research Methods in Psychology: Evaluating a World of Information, Third Edition by Beth Morling is the most engaging and student-centered research methods textbook available — the book that makes students love research methods as much as their instructor does. Published by W.W. Norton & Company, this acclaimed text inspires a genuine appreciation for research methodology by emphasizing its everyday relevance and empowering students to critically evaluate the research claims they encounter throughout their lives.

Drawing on examples from popular media and academic journals, Morling shows students not just how to design research studies but also how to apply research literacy skills to evaluate the quality and reliability of the information they encounter every day. The Third Edition builds on this successful foundation with new Working It Through examples that provide a step-by-step method for evaluating claims from start to finish — giving students a concrete, transferable framework for research evaluation.

A new adaptive learning tool, InQuizitive, enables students to practice what they have learned and strengthen their comprehension through personalized, formative assessment. This powerful digital supplement reinforces the text's focus on applying research methods knowledge to real-world information evaluation — the skill that matters most for college students in every discipline.

Key topics include: scientific reasoning and research claims, measurement and validity, surveys and correlational research, experimental designs, quasi-experimental research, factorial designs, single-subject designs, replication, and writing and evaluating research reports. Essential for undergraduate research methods courses in psychology, behavioral science, education, and social science programs preparing students for graduate research and evidence-based practice.