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  • PSY 280: The Descriptive Methods of Psychological Science

    4.00 Credits
    Virginia Wesleyan University

    Focuses on the theory and practice of interviewing, direct observation, and the collection of unobtrusive measures within the context of special topics (e.g., positive psychology). Orientation to these special topics is followed by a discussion of the descriptive methods listed above, a relevant field experience, opportunities to learn how to organize, analyze, and draw conclusions from data collected during these experiences, in-class critiques of each experience, and the creation of summative reflective memos. We conclude with an evaluation of our efforts and an explicit comparison of qualitative and quantitative approaches to asking and answering research questions. Prerequisites: at least sophomore status, PSY 201, or consent. Offered each spring.
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  • PSY 300: Teaching Assistants' Program

    3.00 Credits
    Virginia Wesleyan University

    On the basis of superior performance in psychology courses and evidence of an ability to communicate well, students may be invited to participate in this program. Each Teaching Assistant (TA) will be assigned duties that support the instructional objectives of the psychology faculty and that provide occasions for learning more about psychology and for developing better interpersonal skills. A student accepted into the program may enroll for one, two, or three semester hours depending on the nature and extent of the responsibilities that are assigned. A student may enroll for PSY 300 more than once, but may apply no more than a total of three semester hours earned in this manner toward satisfaction of the requirements for a major in psychology. Pass/fail grading. Offered when circumstances permit.
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  • PSY 303: Resident Community Leadership

    1.00 Credits
    Virginia Wesleyan University

    Resident Assistants (RAs) develop their skills as peer counselors and group leaders. RAs will share their experiences through group discussions and structured processes. Enrollment limited to current Resident Assistants. Pass/fail grading. Offered each semester.
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  • PSY 310: Quantitative Analysis of Research Data

    3.00 Credits
    Virginia Wesleyan University

    Emphasizes the data analysis side of psychological research, stressing understanding of the fit of analysis techniques with data collection methods and research design. Selection of the appropriate statistic, computation, and interpretation of results is stressed for the more common parametric and some nonparametric statistics. The use of multivariate statistics and their interpretation when they are encountered in the research literature is briefly introduced although multivariate computation is not addressed. Prerequisites: junior/senior status, MATH 106 and declared major in psychology or consent. Offered each fall.
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  • PSY 320: Designing & Evaluating Research in Psychology W

    3.00 Credits
    Virginia Wesleyan University

    By the end of the term, each student proposes an experiment that reflects by its design a proper understanding of the scientific method as an approach for studying psychological phenomena. In order to develop the requisite skills for this effort, class presentations will concentrate on such matters as using the professional literature, the logic of experimentally based inquiry, selection of appropriate data-gathering strategies, and the ethical responsibilities of those who perform psychological research. Prerequisites: junior/senior status and at least 9 semester hours in psychology including PSY 310 or consent. Offered each spring.
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  • PSY 322: Organizational Psychology

    3.00 Credits
    Virginia Wesleyan University

    Focuses on the interaction of individuals and organizations with an emphasis on the world of work. Strategies for improving organizational effectiveness are explored in terms of such factors as work design, institutional and individual development, motivational systems, social dynamics, and leadership patterns. Prerequisites: junior/senior status, and any 200-level psychology course. Offered spring of odd-numbered years.
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  • PSY 327: Social Psychology

    3.00 Credits
    Virginia Wesleyan University

    Our development as socialized human beings is shaped through our interactions with groups of other people. In turn, the structure and function of both the formal and informal groups that exist in a society are shaped by the personalities of the individuals who comprise their membership. In this course, students discover both academically and experientially the nature of such grouprelated psychological dynamics as attitude formation, interpersonal attraction, social conflict, and bureaucratic organization. Identical to SOC 327. Prerequisite: junior/ senior status and six semester hours of either psychology or sociology. Offered each fall.
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  • PSY 333: Assessment of Individual Differences

    3.00 Credits
    Virginia Wesleyan University

    An examination of the theoretical and practical considerations involved in the construction, administration, and interpretation of psychological tests to measure such factors as achievement, aptitudes, interests, and personality structure. Prerequisite: junior/senior status and any 200-level psychology course. Offered fall of oddnumbered years.
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  • PSY 341: Cognitive Development

    3.00 Credits
    Virginia Wesleyan University

    Familiarizes students with the normal course of cognitive development during childhood and adolescence, the specific and general theories that seek to explain that development, and the literature that relates cognitive developmental findings to the acquisition of academic skills. Prerequisites: junior/senior status and any 200-level psychology course or EDUC 225. Offered spring of evennumbered years.
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  • PSY 355: Theories of Personality

    3.00 Credits
    Virginia Wesleyan University

    A survey of the major theoretical descriptions of personality structure beginning with Freud's psychodynamic model and tracing developments thereafter through exposure to significant alternative viewpoints. Prerequisites: junior/senior status and any 200-level psychology course. Offered each fall.
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