Most underappreciated : 50 prominent social psychologists describe their most unloved work /

Fifty of today's most prominent social psychologists describe their scholarship, focusing on the human and personal side of the "life of the mind." Each author spotlights his or her least appreciated work, and discusses theory, methods, findings, or application. The contributors also...

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Other Authors: Arkin, Robert M., 1950-
Format: eBook
Language:English
Language Notes:English.
Published: New York : Oxford University Press, ©2011.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:Fifty of today's most prominent social psychologists describe their scholarship, focusing on the human and personal side of the "life of the mind." Each author spotlights his or her least appreciated work, and discusses theory, methods, findings, or application. The contributors also use this opportunity to provide the context behind their work. Some authors describe their mentors, the influential figures who led them to certain areas of research. Others offer advice to young researchers who are just entering the field and who can learn from their predecessors' mistakes and miscalcul.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xx, 276 pages) : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.
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