Introduction To Research Methods In Psychology

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The use of scientific method in psychology. Lecture covers principles of collecting and interpreting data, using examples of research from many areas of psychology. In the laboratory portion, the student uses many different techniques from various areas of psychology. Typically offered Summer Fall Spring. Prerequisite(s): PSY 12000 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C- AND (PSY 20100 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C- OR BHS 20100 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C-) Experiential Learning (EXL): Yes Course Learning Outcomes 1. Understand and produce research that adheres to the highest ethical standards. 2. Identify distinguishing features of good science, bad science and junk science. 3. Critically evaluate research findings. 4. Understand how study designs are used to answer research questions. 5. Present and interpret experimental data in an APA-style paper. View Class Schedule