Industrial and Organizational Psychology: Research and Practice by Paul E. Spector is the latest overview of the I-O Psychology field, published by Wiley, one of the major education publishers. The ninth edition is now available as both a traditional paper book and an enhanced online edition.
Paul explains how and why he wrote IO Psychology: Research and Practice
What Is Industrial and Organizational Psychology?
Industrial and Organizational (I-O) Psychology is a field concerned with the human side of organizations. Over the past century it has provided both a technology for assessing, selecting, and training employees, as well as insights into the best way to lead and manage. A study of I-O psychology will provide an understanding of how people are affected by their work environments, and how to enable employees to reach their full potential.
I-O Psychology As An Exciting Career
I-O Psychology provides a variety of career opportunities at both the master’s degree and PhD levels. Most I-O psychologists are practitioners who help make organizations become more effective and better places for people to work. They work for private industry, government, nonprofit organizations, the military, or as private consultants. Many I-O psychologists become professors who work mostly in psychology departments or colleges of business at colleges and universities. The job market for I-O psychologists has been strong throughout the years, offering many opportunities for I-O psychologists to utilize their skills.
The Enhanced Digital Edition of the Book
The 9th edition, published in summer 2025, is designed from the ground up to be digital. Most students consume course content online, so this textbook contains additional online-only resources to enhance student learning. The online version contains all the content from the traditional paper version, but supplements it with videos, quizzes, and interactive content. It connects the book to Paul’s blog, with each chapter tying three blog articles to the text discussion. Perhaps the biggest impact on I-O psychology since the 8th edition is the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence, and the book discusses AI from a variety of perspectives across the chapters. Important new topics include Decent work, Design science Digital skilling, Disability, Disruptive technology, Intervention studies, Neurodiversity, Psychological safety, Unhelpful help, and Workplace mental health.
Paul’s Resources for Instructors and Others
Podcasts: Discussions and interviews about I-O topics.
Videos About I-O and Management Topics.
Publisher’s Resources for Instructors
The publisher has an instructor’s companion site that contains a variety of resources to support the teaching of I-O psychology. Included are PowerPoint Lecture Slides, Discussion Cases, Test Bank, and a guide to incorporating Paul’s blog into the class. Instructors must create an account for access from the companion site page.
Where to Purchase and Course Adoption
Details about the book including evaluation access can be found on the publisher’s website where the digital and paper versions can be purchased. Instructors can contact their Wiley representative concerning course adoption. The paper version is available from all major book sellers like Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Note that the paper version comes with digital access.