Introduction to the methodology and practice of scientific psychology so that students can critically evaluate research claims. Examines the multiple steps of the research process, including developing a testable hypothesis, operationalizing the hypothesis into independent and dependent variables, adopting an appropriate methodology for the research question (e.g., survey, experiment, observation), and analyzing and interpreting data, as well as considering the ethical context of research.
5
UnitsOptional
Grading1, 2, 3
PasstimeNone
Level LimitLetters and science
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If I don't attend office hours, I fall behind so much. Lectures are not recorded, and she says a lot of things that aren't written in the powerpoints that end up being on quizzes. I just wish that there was a way to practice for the quizzes more, she's mentioned that she prepares like 100 questions for each quiz. I like her but I struggle.