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Chapter 1 Introduction
Rose M. Spielman; William J. Jenkins; and Marilyn D. Lovett
1.1 Introduction to the Field of Psychology
William J. Jenkins; Rose M. Spielman; Carla Zimmerman; and Marilyn D. Lovett
1.2 Subfields of Psychology
Marilyn D. Lovett; William J. Jenkins; Rose M. Spielman; and Carla Zimmerman
1.3 Ethics in Psychology
Edward Diener; William J. Jenkins; Rose M. Spielman; and Marilyn D. Lovett
1.4 Degrees in Psychology
Amy Baldwin; William J. Jenkins; Marilyn D. Lovett; and Rose M. Spielman
1.5 Why Learn About Psychology?
Edward Diener
Chapter 1 Reflection Questions
Chapter 1 References
Chapter 2 Introduction
Amy Baldwin and Carla Zimmerman
2.1 Choosing the Psychology Major
Amy Baldwin
2.2 Understanding Degree Requirements
2.3 What to Expect in the Psychology Major
Chapter 2 Reflection Questions
Chapter 2 References
Chapter 3 Introduction
3.1 How Ready Are You to Plan Your Career?
3.2 Why Worry about a Career While I'm in College?
3.3 Your Map to Success: The Career Planning Cycle
3.4 Where Can You Go from Here?
Chapter 3 Reflection Questions
Chapter 3 References
Chapter 4 Introduction
4.1 College Culture and Expectations
4.2 Student Life
Lumen Learning and Linda (Bruce) Hill
4.3 Getting Involved in Your Major and Exploring Careers
Chapter 4 Reflection Questions
Chapter 4 References
Chapter 5 Introduction
5.1 It's All in the Mindset
5.2 The Motivated Learner
5.3 Procrastination: The Enemy Within
5.4 How to Manage Time
5.5 Prioritization: Self-Management of What You Do and When You Do It
Chapter 5 Reflection Questions
Chapter 5 References
Chapter 6 Introduction
6.1 Effective Reading Strategies
6.2 Notetaking
6.3 The Psychology of Memory
6.4 Studying
Chapter 6 Reflection Questions
Chapter 6 References
Chapter 7 Introduction
7.1 Why Is Research Important?
Carla Zimmerman; William J. Jenkins; Marilyn D. Lovett; and Rose M. Spielman
7.2 Approaches to Research
William J. Jenkins; Marilyn D. Lovett; and Rose M. Spielman
7.3 Analyzing Findings
William J. Jenkins; Rose M. Spielman; and Marilyn D. Lovett
Chapter 7 Reflection Questions
Chapter 7 References
Chapter 8 Introduction
Carla Zimmerman; Steven D. Krause; and Matthew DeCarlo
8.1 Sources of information
Matthew DeCarlo
8.2 Finding Literature
8.3 Reading a Research Report in American Psychological Association (APA) Style
Rajiv S. Jhangiani; I-Chant A. Chiang; Carrie Cuttler; Dana C. Leighton; and Carla Zimmerman
8.4 Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Avoiding Plagiarism
Steven D. Krause
Chapter 8 Reflection Questions
Chapter 8 References
Chapter 9 Introduction
Matthew DeCarlo; Rajiv S. Jhangiani; I-Chant A. Chiang; Carrie Cuttler; and Dana C. Leighton
9.1 What is a literature review?
9.2 American Psychological Association (APA) Style
I-Chant A. Chiang; Rajiv S. Jhangiani; and Paul C. Price
9.3 Writing a Literature Review in American Psychological Association (APA) Style
Chapter 9 Reflection Questions
Chapter 9 References
Chapter 10 Introduction
10.1 Looking for Job Openings
Jordan Smith and Carla Zimmerman
10.2 Building Your Network
10.3 Résumés and Cover Letters
10.4 Preparing for Interviews
10.5 Interview Questions
Venecia Williams
Chapter 10 Reflection Questions
Chapter 10 References
Chapter 11 Introduction
11.1 Introduction to Graduate School
Carla Zimmerman
11.2 Graduate Degrees and Careers
Carla Zimmerman; William J. Jenkins; Rose M. Spielman; and Marilyn D. Lovett
11.3 Applying to Graduate School in Psychology
Chapter 11 Reflection Questions
Chapter 11 References
Appendix
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