Full Description
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.
Contents
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
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