Research Methods in Psychology (301-0-23)

Instructors

Ouxun Jiang

Antonio Paolo Santa Cruz

Meeting Info

Technological Institute M120: Tues, Thurs 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

This course will introduce students to methods used in psychological research. Research methods will be explored and reinforced through readings, lectures, quizzes, group discussions, and hands-on research projects. We will cover basic concepts such as experimental design, psychological measurements, sampling, and statistical techniques. Students will apply those skills throughout the quarter towards two guided projects and a final group project. In these projects, students will be asked to plan studies, collect and analyze data using tools such as R or Python (no prior coding experience needed), write up their research reports in APA style, and present their research findings to the class. By the end of the course, students will have the foundational skills to investigate psychological questions scientifically, communicate their research findings, and become informed consumers of science.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisite courses: Students must have taken PSYCH 201 or an approved substitute before enrolling in PSYCH 301

Class Materials (Required)

Gorvine, B., Rosengren, K., Stein, L., & Biolsi, K. (2018). Research methods: From theory to practice. Oxford University Press. (ISBN: 978-0-19-020182-1)

Class Materials (Suggested)

Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association: 7th Edition

Class Attributes

Advanced Expression
Empirical and Deductive Reasoning Foundational Dis
Formal Studies Distro Area
Attendance at 1st class mandatory
Prerequisites apply, see description
No Freshmen

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: REASON: Pre-registration is not allowed for this class. Please try again during regular registration. REQ: To register, students must have completed PSYCH 201 with a C- or higher, STAT 202 with a B or higher, Stat 210 with a B or higher, or have AP credit (score of 5) for STAT 210. No first-year students.