Bordens k s abbott b b 2002 research design and methods a process approach 5th ed mcgraw hill abstract presents students with information on the numerous decisions they must make when designing and conducting research and how early decisions affect how data are collected analyzed and interpreted later in the research process. Research design and methods a process approach takes students through the research process from getting and developing a research idea to designing and conducting a study through analyzing and reporting data information on the research process i. Research design and methods a process approach fifth edition offers students an in depth introduction to the process of research design and methods it is distinguished by its application of the process approach a proven strategy for guiding students at each step in designing conducting and evaluating psychological research. Research design and methods a process approach 10th edition by kenneth bordens and bruce barrington abbott 9781259844744 preview the textbook purchase or get a free instructor only desk copy