PSYC 52A: Research Methods and Laboratory in PsychologyInstructor: Jutta Wolf Prerequisites: PSYC 10a (formerly PSYC 1a) and PSYC 51a. This course normally should be completed by the end of the sophomore year. Course Description: Psychology is the science of studying human behavior. Research Methods is a course designed to give you experience with designing, conducting, analyzing, interpreting, and communicating scientific psychological research. You will learn this through short presentations summarizing the necessary background, in-class exercises, and most importantly, through actual hands-on training on the fundamentals of conducting psychological research. The primary focus is “learning by doing.” As this class emphasizes active participation, making up in-class assignments is not possible, so regular class attendance and participation are very important. Grading will be based on four written reports, homework assignments, one poster presentation, and in-class participation. Psychology 51a is required as a prerequisite. Participating in Research Methods will enable you to• think critically about research• thoughtfully design experiments• analyze experimental results using statistical methods (and SPSS)• critically interpret experimental results• communicate your findings to others by technical reports written clearly, concisely, and objectively using APA format Session: Session II Day: M, T, Th Time: 8:30am - 11:00am Credit Hours: 4 Credits Course Format: 2054 Brandeis Graduation Requirement Fulfilled: QR, SS, WI Enrollment Limit: Course Classification: Undergraduate Level Course Course Tuition: $3,050 (+$50 Once per summer Registration Fee) Course Fees: None Open to High School Students: No |
