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The Science of Social Influence (Frontiers of Social Psychology)
by: Anthony R. Pratkanis (Editor)
Edition: 1st
Publication Date: 2014-08-15
Language: English
Print Length: 376 pages
ISBN-10: 1138006157
ISBN-13: 9781138006157
Book Description
The contributions to this volume capture the thrill of current work on social influence, as well as providing a tutorial on the scientific and technical aspects of this research. The volume teaches the student to: Learn how to conduct lab, field and case research on social influence through example by leading researchersFind out about the latest discoveries including the status of research on social influence tactics, dissonance theory, conformity, and resistance to influenceDiscover how seemingly complex issues such as power, rumors, group and minority influence and norms can be investigated using the scientific methodApply knowledge to current influence campaigns to find out what works and what does not.The Science of Social Influence is the perfect core or complementary text for advanced undergraduate or graduate students in courses such as Attitudes and Attitude Change, Communications, Research Methods and, of course, Social Influence.
Editorial Reviews
The contributions to this volume capture the thrill of current work on social influence, as well as providing a tutorial on the scientific and technical aspects of this research. The volume teaches the student to: Learn how to conduct lab, field and case research on social influence through example by leading researchersFind out about the latest discoveries including the status of research on social influence tactics, dissonance theory, conformity, and resistance to influenceDiscover how seemingly complex issues such as power, rumors, group and minority influence and norms can be investigated using the scientific methodApply knowledge to current influence campaigns to find out what works and what does not.The Science of Social Influence is the perfect core or complementary text for advanced undergraduate or graduate students in courses such as Attitudes and Attitude Change, Communications, Research Methods and, of course, Social Influence.
