Mastering the World of Psychology

Mastering the World of Psychology
Author: Samuel E. Wood
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Total Pages: 472
Release: 2010-09-27
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9780205005055

Mastering the World of Psychology is a brief, paperback text focused on supplying the most support for student learning and student success. It makes the connection between scientific principles and the everyday lives of today's diverse student population.

Abnormal Psychology

Abnormal Psychology
Author: Thomas F. Oltmanns
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Mental illness
ISBN: 9780205037438

It's not about them, it's about all of us. With a focus on critical thinking, Oltmanns and Emery prepare students for the DSM-V and beyond by addressing key issues and concepts that will remain, even as diagnostic criteria change. In Abnormal Psychology, 7th edition Oltmanns and Emery bring both the science and personal aspects of abnormal psychology to life with a focus on evidence-based practice and emerging research. The authors emphasize that abnormal psychology is not about "them," it's about all of us. Using extensive case studies, they present the most cutting edge information on abnormal psychology by covering methods and treatment in context. Organized around the way students learn, this ground breaking text integrates the biological, psychological, and social perspectives in one concurrent story. Teaching & Learning Experience Personalize Learning - The new MyPsychLab delivers proven results in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that personalize learning, and comes from a trusted partner with educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and instructors achieve their goals. Improve Critical Thinking - With a focus on critical thinking students are encouraged to be "inquiring skeptics." Engage Students - "Speaking Out" video series and case studies woven throughout each chapter engage students in the science and the practice of abnormal psychology. Explore Research - Detailed coverage of research methods and treatment is presented in every chapter; treatment is also covered in a standalone chapter. Support Instructors - "Speaking Out" videos on DVD, MyPsychLab's Class Prep, video embedded PowerPoints on DVD, MyTest, clicker questions, and an instructor's manual provide extensive support for instructors. Note: MyPsychLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MyPsychLab, please visit: www.mypsychlab.com or you can purchase a valuepack of the text + MyPsychLab (at no additional cost). VP: 9780205229260

Psychological Science

Psychological Science
Author: Mark Krause
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9780131739857

Helping students become scientifically literate. Psychological Science: Modeling Scientific Literacy helps students view psychology as a practical, modern science--and gives them the tools to better understand their world. Organized around a scientific literacy model, the text's content and features encourage scientific inquiry, prompting students to ask a series of scientific-minded questions about each topic. All aspects of the book--the topics covered, learning objectives, quizzes, even the modular format--have been developed to enable students to categorize the overwhelming amount of information they encounter, and to ignite their interest in psychological science. To ensure that scientific literacy is at the core, content and features are organized around a scientific literacy model asking students: o What do we know about this? o How can science help to explain this? o Can we critically evaluate the evidence? o Why is this relevant? Teaching & Learning Experience Personalize Learning - The new MyPsychLab delivers proven results in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that personalize learning, and comes from a trusted partner with educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and instructors achieve their goals. Improve Critical Thinking - Features have been carefully chosen to reinforce the development of complex thinking skills. Engage Students - Substantial end-of-chapter materials and the new MyPsychLab Video Series provide an interactive educational experience for students. YouTube links direct students to highly relevant and engaging video content. Explore Research - Research methodology is included and explored throughout the text to improve students' scientific literacy skills. Understand Culture and Diversity - A Biopsychosocial Perspectives feature reminds students that behavior is affected by biology, individual thoughts and experiences, and social and cultural factors. Support Instructors - An Annotated Instructor's Edition, Test Bank (both print and computerized), Interactive PowerPoints, and the new MyPsychLab Video Series are just some of the resources available which provide instructors with the ultimate supplements package. Note: MyPsychLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MyPsychLab, please visit: www.mypsychlab.com or you can purchase a valuepack of the text + MyPsychLab (at no additional cost). VP: 9780205743681 VIDEO:http://media.pearsoncmg.com/ab/krause_ips_1/video.html

Psychology

Psychology
Author: Saundra K. Ciccarelli
Publisher: Pearson Higher Ed
Total Pages: 785
Release: 2014-01-06
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0205972454

For Introduction to Psychology Courses ¿ The most learner-centered and assessment-driven text available ¿ With its engaging writing style and comprehensive coverage of key research, Psychology, 4/e, awakens students’ curiosity and energizes their desire to learn more. This title draws learners into an interactive experience of psychology. The authors establish clear learning objectives tied to the most recent APA-recommended undergraduate learning guidelines. ¿ MyPsychLab is a valuable component to the Ciccarelli/White program. Engaging activities plus assessments provide a teaching and learning system that helps students master psychological concepts more readily. With MyPsychLab, students can develop critical thinking skills through writing, simulate classic experiments and surveys, watch videos on research and applications, and explore the Visual Brain in 3-D. ¿ Ciccarelli/White, Psychology, 4e will provide a better teaching and learning experience—for you and your students. This program: Personalizes Learning with MyPsychLab: MyPsychLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program. It helps students prepare for class and instructor gauge individual and class performance. Connects Psychology to the Real World: Students will be able to relate chapter material to their own lives. Energizes a Desire to Learn: From Chapter 1, this title provides students with ample opportunities to study from wherever they are. Embeds Interactive Content: Throughout each chapter interactive content has been fully incorporated into all aspects of the text. Psychology, Fourth Edition is also available via REVEL™, an immersive learning experience designed for the way today's students read, think, and learn. Note: This is the standalone book, if you want the book/access card order the ISBN below; ¿ 0205973353 / 9780205973354 Psychology Plus NEW MyPsychLab with eText -- Access Card Package ¿ Package consists of:¿¿¿ 0205206514 / 9780205206513 NEW MyPsychLab with Pearson eText -- Valuepack Access Card 0205972241 / 9780205972241 Psychology ¿¿

Discovering the Lifespan

Discovering the Lifespan
Author: Robert Stephen Feldman
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2016-04-01
Genre: Developmental psychology
ISBN: 9780133870268

NOTE: Before purchasing, check with your instructor to ensure you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, and registrations are not transferable. To register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products, you may also need a Course ID, which your instructor will provide. Used books, rentals, and purchases made outside of Pearson If purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson, the access codes for Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products may not be included, may be incorrect, or may be previously redeemed. Check with the seller before completing your purchase. Discovering the Lifespan provides a broad overview of the field of human development and features a strong balance of research and application. In a unique departure from traditional lifespan development texts, each chapter is divided into three modules, and in turn, each module is divided into several smaller sections. Consequently, students encounter material in smaller, more manageable chunks that optimize learning.

An Introduction to Psychological Science

An Introduction to Psychological Science
Author: Mark A. Krause
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2017-03-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9780134302201

For courses in Introductory Psychology Help students become scientifically literate. An Introduction to Psychological Science helps students view psychology as a practical, modern science--and gives them the tools to better understand our world. Throughout the second edition, authors Krause, Corts, Smith and Dolderman continue to emphasize scientific literacy: the ability not only to define scientific terminology, but also to understand how it functions, to evaluate it critically, and to apply it to personal and societal matters. In addition to helping students master key course objectives, learning how to think scientifically will enable students to categorize the overwhelming amount of information they encounter, as well as ignite their interest in psychological science. An Introduction to Psychological Science, 2ce is also available via REVEL(tm), an immersive learning experience designed for the way today's students read, think, and learn.

Mastering the SAT Critical Reading Test

Mastering the SAT Critical Reading Test
Author: Thomas R. Davenport
Publisher: Cliffs Notes
Total Pages: 206
Release: 2007
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0470120630

Get in shape to tackle the SAT Critical Reading Test with this in-depth workout. It includes an overview, proven test-taking strategies, and specifics for the SAT vocabulary, plus strategies and practice questions for the sentence completion and reading comprehension sections. Two practice tests with answers help you fine-tune your skills. This guide gives you the information and practice you need to improve your score--fast!

Myers' Psychology for the AP® Course

Myers' Psychology for the AP® Course
Author: David G. Myers
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
Total Pages: 3106
Release: 2018-04-02
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1319121608

Thus begins market-leading author David Myers’ discussion of developmental psychology in Unit 9 of his new Myers’ Psychology for AP® Second Edition. With an undeniable gift for writing, Dr. Myers will lead your students on a guided tour of psychological science and poignant personal stories. Dr. Myers teaches, illuminates, and inspires. Four years ago, we published this ground-breaking text which is correlated directly to the AP® course. Today, we build on that innovation and proudly introduce the 2nd AP® Edition. Whether you are new to AP® psychology or have many years under your belt, this uniquely AP® book program can help you achieve more.