About the concept. Animal Behavior: Concepts, Methods, and Applications (3rd ed.) provides a foundation for understanding the science of animal behavior using a variety of methods. In their question-driven style, Shawn E. Nordell and Thomas J. Valone provides readers with a clear academic framework for understanding and evaluating scientific research data. The emphasis is on scientific methods and methods. A critical research approach explains each concept and describes the experimental design and hypothesis testing that researchers use to answer the research question. Real-world usage patterns are highlighted. Real-life concepts help students understand the broader implications of studying animal behavior, including applications to human behavior and conservation.