PSY 387 - Research Design And Laboratory For Psychology

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Widener University-Main Campus

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Description:

This course teaches the application of scientific method to the study of human behavior. Topics include the relationship between theory, hypotheses and empirical research, ethical considerations of research with humans, laboratory and field experimental methods, survey research, participant observation, and the use of documents and available data. The laboratory reinforces the theoretical issues covered in the lecture portion of the course. Students complete structured, hands-on exercises with experimental and non-experimental research methods in psychology. Students use the computer to analyze data, conduct literature reviews, and write research reports. Required of psychology majors. Prerequisite: minimum grade of C in PSY 385 for psychology majors. 4 semester hours

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.widener.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 499-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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