Research Methods Through Puzzles

An Interactive and Audio Approach

Emma Randles

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Routledge
05 June 2025

Research methods: general; Psychological methodology; Higher & further education, tertiary education

Dive into the world of research with this interactive puzzle book. Whether you're just starting out with research methods or looking to refresh your knowledge on the basics, this book offers a fun and engaging way to get to grips with everything research related. You'll explore key topics like variables, sampling methods, experimental design, reliability, and validity—plus so much more!

With clear, easy-to-follow explanations, you’ll learn how to control variables, understand different types of data, develop hypotheses, ensure reliability and validity, and choose the right statistical tests. Each concept is paired with puzzles to help you consolidate what you’ve learned. And to make it even easier, each chapter has support material in the form of a helpful audio guide to walk you through the material.

This book takes a conversational approach to make learning research methods feel less intimidating, and more enjoyable! Whether you're a student or just someone interested in research, this puzzle book turns learning research methods into an engaging and fun activity.

By: Emma Randles
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 297mm, Width: 210mm,
ISBN: 9781032949123
ISBN 10: 1032949120
Pages: 70
Publication Date: 05 June 2025
Audience: Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , College/higher education , Children's (6-12) , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Emma Randles is a private tutor from Wrexham, UK, who teaches in psychology, and is completing her PhD in cancer research at Wrexham University, associated with the Wrexham Maelor Academic Unit of Medical and Surgical Sciences. She has a first-class honours degree in Psychology with Neuropsychology and gained a distinction in her MSc in Biomedical Science. She recently won an award from Bangor University for her BSc research, which was neuropsychology-based. Being diagnosed with dyslexia has enabled her to find her own unique learning style, and she is passionate about helping students find their own learning techniques that suit their needs and allow them to excel.

Reviews for Research Methods Through Puzzles: An Interactive and Audio Approach

'Personally research methods has always been a daunting subject, as it can be very confusing to get your head around it. Breaking down the sections in a fun and interactive way would be really helpful and be a much more enjoyable way to learn, meaning learning isn’t as boring' Psychology Student, UK 'Using a simplified research methods book with puzzles helps me break down and grasp core ideas without feeling overwhelmed. It’s a more natural way to build up understanding and keep things active and interesting, which helps me stay focused. It’s a valuable addition to simply reading.' Psychology Student, UK 'It can make research seem less intimidating to those who are just starting out and could potentially inspire individuals to pursue conducting research.' Psychology Student, UK