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Psychology
3070
Stephen R. Schmidt, Ph.D.
206 Jones
Hall
Office Hours: 2:15-3:15 M & F, 11:00-12:00 TTh
898-2556
Suggested Text:
Ray. W. J. (2009). Methods:
Toward a Science of Behavior and Experience: 9th Edition.
Wadsworth, Belmont, CA.
The text can be purchased from
the bookstore, from www.ichapters.com,
or from Course Smart: http://www.coursesmart.com/9780495594918
Course Description:
Research Methods provides an
introduction to the fundamental principles of psychological research.
Topics discussed will include the philosophy of science, ethical issues, the
quantification of behavior, research designs, and the interpretation of
results. The goals of this course are to train the student to critically
evaluate psychological investigations, and to prepare the student for
conducting their own research in psychology.
Course Requirements:
Students will be evaluated on the
basis of three tests (see attached course schedule for test dates), which
combined account for 1/2 of the course grade, and on the basis of written
assignments and laboratory projects which combined account for the remaining
1/2 of the course grade. Each test will cover lecture and textbook
material presented since the previous test. The last test (during
examination week) will not be cumulative. Lectures will supplement
textbook material, not merely cover it again. The written assignments
will be discussed in detail in class. For these reasons, regular
attendance is expected. Plus and minus grades (e.g., B+), will be used
when appropriate.
Laboratory:
Psychology 3070 is a four-credit
course, with three lecture hours and one lab hour. In the lab you will
participate in research projects designed to enrich your knowledge of research
methods. Your grade in the course will reflect your lab participation and
grades (see above).
Web Page:
Additional support materials for
this course are available on the Internet. This material includes lecture
notes and graphics, as well as demonstrations. This material can be
accessed from one of the many on-campus computer labs, or from a home computer.
Makeup Policy:
If a student cannot take a test
at the appropriate time, make-ups will be given only if the student makes
arrangements with the instructor prior to the due date. Late papers are
automatically assessed a penalty of 5 points per day.
Reasonable Accommodation for
Students With Disabilities:
If
you have a disability that may require assistance or accommodation, or you have
questions related to any accommodations for testing, note takers, readers,
etc., please speak with me as soon as possible. Students may also contact
the Office of Disabled Students Services (898-2783) with questions about such
services.
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