PSYS 2000 A (CRN: 93763)

Psychological Science: Psych Research Methods w/lab (A)

4 credit hours

About PSYS 2000 A

Principles of research methodology, including design and reporting. Prepares students to understand and evaluate psychological research in a variety of areas of psychology. Includes laboratory component. Credit not awarded for both PSYS 2000 and PSYS 2002. Prerequisite: PSYS 1400.

Notes

Prereqs enforced by the system: PSYS 1400; PSYS and NEUR majors and minors only Must register for a PSYS 2000 lab, A01-A08 PACE students by permission and override.

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Section Description

Discussion of the scientific method as it applies to the study of human behavior, including but not limited to the philosophy of science, ethics in research, observational studies, single-subject designs, correlational studies, experimental designs, reliability and validity, and communication of research results.

Section Expectation

Consistent attendance at lecture and lab; timely completion of assignments; clear and timely communication around any circumstances that may affect coursework.

Evaluation

A mix of quizzes, short online/Brightspace assignments, exams, and papers which are scaffolded in part during the lab sections.

Important Dates

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Last Day to Withdraw with 25% Refund
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