Description:

The purpose of this class is to acquaint you with the methods of research used in psychology. The first part of the course will focus on the design of research projects. The second part of the course will focus on the statistical methods used to analyze the data from the research project. Labs focus on preparing and conducting research projects, computer skills required in statistical analysis, and writing research reports.

Texts:

Required:
Toothaker, L. & Miller, L. Introductory statistics for behavioral science. 1995
Martin, D. Doing psychology experiments. 1996

Grading and Requirements:

Exams: 3 - 60 pts ea.
Lab: 60 pts
Poster: 60 pts
A = 270-300; B = 240-269; C = 210-239; D = 180-209; F ² 179

Prerequisites:

Psychology 301 with a grade of C or better, Mathematics 302 or higher-level mathematics course and a major in psychology.

Updated 16 June 1998
Department of Psychology, College of Liberal Arts
University of Texas at Austin

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