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PSYC 3111- 100 Psychological Science 2:
Research Methods in Psychology (4 credits) Fall 2016
Lecture: M, W, F 10 – 10:50 am MUEN E0046
aWho are you, and how can I contact you? Course Instructor
Jennifer Stratford, M.S., Ph.D.
Instructor
Laboratory Instructors:
Section 110: Kellen Mrkva Office Location: Muenzinger E338 Lab Day/Time: W 8:00 – 9: 50 am Lab Location: Muenzinger D346 Email: [email protected] Mailbox: Main Psych Dept. office, Muenzinger D244 Office Hours: Tuesdays, 10 am – 12 pm Sections 111 and 112: Holly Wakeman Office Location: Muenzinger D213A Lab Day/Time: M 2:00 – 3:50 pm (Section 111) Lab Location: Muenzinger D346 M 4:00 – 5:50 pm (Section 112) Email: [email protected] Mailbox: Main Psych Dept. office, Muenzinger D244 Office Hours: Tu, 2 – 3 pm, Th 9:30 -10:30 am Section 114: Laura Hink Office Location: Muenzinger D213A Lab Day/Time: T 10:00 – 11:50 am Lab Location: Muenzinger D346 Email: [email protected] Mailbox: Main Psych Dept. office, Muenzinger D244 Office Hours: Mondays, 11 am -1 pm
What is the course all about? aa
We live in a research-driven society! On a daily basis, we are bombarded with research-related
headlines in newspapers, magazines, and even blogs: ‘Broccoli consumption decreases your risk of
colon cancer.’; ‘Aliens are real, says two thirds of Americans.’; ‘Eating chocolate helps you lose
weight.’ However, not all published research is accurate. How can you tell fact from fiction? In
other words, how can you be an informed consumer? To this end, you will learn to use the Three
Claims, Four Validities (3C4V) to interrogate any information you encounter.
In addition to being a proficient consumer of research, we also work to develop your skills as a producer of
research. Essentially, you will learn and practice the steps involved in producing empirical studies- TWICE!
(once as an individual, and once as part of a group). This class serves as an apprenticeship to your craft, and
our goal is for you to learn to produce and consume science.
You are responsible for reading the text before class. We will begin every chapter with 5 iClicker quiz questions
that explore the assigned readings. PSYC 1001 and PSYC 3101 are prerequisite for this course.
Email (preferred): [email protected]
** Please include your course name in the subject line
Office: Muenzinger D313D
Office Hrs: M – Th 12 – 1 pm or by appointment
Website: www.jenniferstratford.com Dept. of Psychology and Neuroscience
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Note: Please keep this syllabus and read it carefully. It gives you a roadmap the course and also outlines course
policies, and you will be expected to know and abide by them. aa
What will I learn in this course?
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How do the lectures and labs relate to each other? Some ideas (e.g. experimental design) require several class sessions to discuss, but not to practice; Some
concepts require few classes, but more practice time (e.g. writing an APA paper). Thus, all lectures and labs are
directly related, but may not mirror each other every week:
Knowledge Base (Lectures)
Learning Objectives (and associated departmental goal):
Develop a solid understanding the “Three Claims and Four Validities” (information literacy)
Apply methods to assess the scientific validity of research to ‘real’ examples (quantitative literacy)
Explain the ethical implications of conducting and citing research (oral communication)
Describe basic research designs and methods (scientific methodology)
Decide which statistical test to most appropriate to use for a given data set (quantitative literacy)
Skills (Lab)
Learning Objectives (and associated departmental goal):
Analyze and synthesize scientific research (quantitative literacy; critical thinking)
Design and plan an empirical research project, including question formation, design, data collection and
analysis, interpretation, and communication of results (scientific methodology, quantitative &
information literacy, communication skills, ethical reasoning & conduct, critical & creative thinking)
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What materials are required for this course?
Morling, B. (2012). Research methods in psychology: Evaluating a world of
information, 2nd edition, New York, NY: W.W. Norton & Co, Inc. ISBN-10:
0393936937; ISBN-13: 978-0393936933. (required)
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th Ed.). (2009).
Washington, D.C.: American Psychological Association. ISBN 10: 1433805618;
ISBN 13: 9781433805615. (recommended)
GET 2nd PRINTING OR LATER!!!!
Access to free companion website: http://wwnorton.com/college/psych/research-methods-in-
psychology
iClicker remote unit:
o must be registered by our NEXT class (8/24; ‘CU Clicker’ www.mycuinfo.colorado.edu)
*If you change clickers during the semester let Dr. Stratford know immediately
Daily monitoring and access to our D2L course site (https://learn.colorado.edu/)
o If you miss class, do not email to ask what you missed. Stay current via D2L a
Do you allow the use of laptops/tablets in class? a
Yes, in a limited capacity. BE RESPECTFUL OF OTHERS. If you sit in the first four rows or in the last row, you may use a computer to take notes (NO OFF-TASK USE). You may also use a computer or cell phone to participate in in-class polls and surveys. HOWEVER, we reserve the right to ask you to turn off your electronic devices if they become disruptive to others in class. If you cannot resist browsing Reddit or other off-topic use during our 50-minute class, avoid temptation and turn off all electronic devices. a
*Important note: Vetted, peer-reviewed research shows that hand-written note taking is much more effective for studying than typed notes (Mueller and Oppenheimer, 2014;
http://pss.sagepub.com/content/25/6/1159.full?keytype=ref&siteid=sppss&ijkey=CjRAwmrlURGNw)
What things do I need to do to receive a grade in this course?
1. Assigned Reading and Chapter Quizzes (worth 65/610 pts; ~ 11 %): At the outset of every Chapter, there
is a Chapter Quiz consisting of 5 iClicker quiz questions on the assigned readings. To prepare, complete
all relevant readings and check your mastery of knowledge using the quizzes on the Companion Website
(in-class iClicker quiz questions in class will be a subset from those on the Companion Website). There are
14 quizzes and I will drop your lowest score. Thus, there will be NO MAKEUP quizzes.
2. Attendance/Participation: (worth 25/610 pts; ~ 4 %)
Assessed using in class iClicker questions (must answer all questions to earn points for the day)
IT IS A VIOLATION OF THE HONOR CODE TO CLICK IN FOR SOMEONE WHO IS ABSENT! Plus, grade
scores are directly associated with class attendance
3. Group Activity Points: (worth 30/610 pts; ~ 5 %)
Six in-class group activities to solidify key concepts to be completed IN CLASS. As long as you
participate in these activities you are awarded these points (5 points/activity). You MUST be present
to earn these points.
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4. CITI Training Certificate: (online via D2L; worth 15/610 pts; ~ 2.5 %)
Everyone must complete the online human subjects certification course.
Go to http://www.colorado.edu/VCResearch/integrity/humanresearch/CITI.html and follow the
instructions under “First time registering?”
You should complete the social and behavioral research modules.
Upload a copy of your CITI completion certificate through D2L (due 8/29/2016).
5. Journal Article Research Reviews: (online via D2L; worth 30/610 pts; ~ 5 %)
Three journal article reviews (10 pts each)
Answer required questions for each article (see D2L for articles, instructions and associated rubrics)
6. APA Paper # 1 (based on class data): (online via D2L; worth 100/610 pts; ~ 16 %)
Class data provided by 5th week of class
APA drafts of Introduction, Methods and Results, Abstract and Discussion (20 pts each)
Full final APA paper (40 pts)
7. APA Paper # 2 and presentation (based on group data): (online via D2L; worth 150/610 pts; ~ 24 %)
Design an empirical research study collectively as part of a small group
Group writes annotated outline detailing planned study (including a list of references to be used in
the development of the project, a brief summary of the introduction, planned methodology, and
planned data analytic strategy)
Your TA must approve experimental proposal
Each group member writes own paper, but all members work together on oral presentation of the
project (present last two weeks of lab)
8. Examinations: (online via D2L; worth 200/610 pts; ~ 32.5 %)
Two TIMED exams given throughout the term (one midterm and one final; 100 pts each). Exams will
test your conceptual understanding of the information found in your textbook.
You need to study the material well (won’t have time to look up questions during the exam)
You MUST keep up with the time (use running clock on D2L to tell you how much time is left) You will
be locked out of the exam when your time runs out
YOU NEED TO BE SOMEWHERE WITH A RELIABLE INTERNET CONNECTION! You can only access the
exam once. Please go somewhere with reliable internet to take the exams (e.g., library)
IT IS A VIOLATION OF THE HONOR CODE TO WORK WITH OTHER STUDENTS ON EXAM QUESTIONS
OR TO TAKE AN EXAM FOR SOMEONE ELSE!
If you miss an exam due to illness, emergency, etc., you must email Dr. Stratford and your TA within
24 hours of the original exam day/time to request a make-up exam. The circumstances for your
absence will need to be verified by a third party (e.g., a doctor’s note). Any tests not made up will
count as a zero on the final grade. No tests will be dropped.
An Important Note About Writing and Plagiarism (DO NOT PLAGIARIZE!) a
Course Requirements tl;dr: Show up and participate in class. Complete assigned readings before class. Complete and
turn in all course assignments via D2L BEFORE class (NO LATE ASSIGNMENTS). Numerous individual and group
assignments. Two exams and 14 quizzes. Get to drop lowest score on quizzes, but NOT exams. No make ups for quizzes
and make up for exam only with valid, documented excuse provide in writing within 24 hours of exam date/time.
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What is Plagiarism (and whys should I care)? a
The TAs and Dr. Stratford will be explicitly looking for plagiarized work (D2L automatically checks for
plagiarism as well). We will discuss exactly what constitutes plagiarism (see pp 104-105, 110, A63-A64).
Students who plagiarize are subject to both academic sanctions (receiving a zero on the assignment) and non-
academic sanctions (including, but not limited to university probation, suspension, or expulsion). a
*Writing help: You are expected to write in a clear and grammatically correct style in this class. If you believe you require extra help with your writing, please visit The Writing Center (Norlin Commons; Norlin E111). Website: http://www.colorado.edu/pwr/writingcenter.html. You can also reach The Writing Center help desk by phone at (303) 735-6906.
What can I do to ensure my success in this course?
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If you are anxious about taking this course, as Douglas Adams would say, “Don’t
panic.” There are several resources available to help you.
1. KEEP UP! Take notes. Ask questions. Note areas of confusion. Let our class
discussion help solidify your understanding.
2. Look over handouts, learning objectives, review materials posted on D2L.
3. Pay attention to due dates and start assignments well in advance.
4. Come see Dr. Stratford and/or your TA. Don’t wait until you’ve already done poorly or until the last
weeks of class to come for help, as it often too late to seek assistance
What is the grading scale for this course? Your final course grade is determined by the following:
*Point cutoffs are firm
(I do not round grades)
**Grades accessed via D2L gradebook
Grade % Points
A 93 - 100 567.3 - 610
A- 90 - 92.99 549 - 567.29
B+ 86 - 89.99 524.6 - 548.99
B 83 - 85.99 506.3 - 524.59
B- 80 - 82.99 488 - 506.29
C+ 76 - 79.99 463.6 - 487.99
C+ 73 - 75.99 445.3 - 463.59
C- 70 - 72.99 427 - 445.29
D+ 66 - 69.99 402.6 - 426.99
D+ 63 - 65.99 384.3 - 402.59
D- 60 - 62.99 366 - 384.29
F < 60 0 - 365.99
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Is there a place I can post questions or other ideas online? a
Absolutely! Maybe you are shy. Maybe you think of a burning question at 2 am. Good news! There are two
main resources where you can ask questions about course topics online: 1. Our class discussion board on D2L;
2. Via in-class polls/question sessions via sli.do (more details later).
Are there any other course policies of which I should be aware? a
CU Boulder Honor Code: All students of the University of Colorado Boulder are responsible for knowing and adhering to the academic integrity policy of this institution. Violations of this policy include: cheating, plagiarism, aid of academic dishonesty, fabrication, lying, bribery, and threatening behavior. All incidents of academic misconduct will be reported to the Honor Code Council ([email protected]; 303-735-2273). Visit http://honorcode.colorado.edu for info.
Academic Accommodations: If you qualify for accommodations because of a disability, please submit a letter to Dr. Stratford from Disability Services in a timely manner (for exam accommodations provide your letter at least one week prior to the exam). Disability Services determines accommodations based on documented disabilities. Contact Disability Services at 303- 492-8671 or by e-mail at [email protected]. If you have a temporary medical condition or injury, see ‘Temporary Injuries’ guidelines under the ‘Quick Links’ at the Disability Services website and discuss your needs with me. Anything you tell me is held in strictest confidence
Absence Due to Religious Observance: Campus policy requires that faculty make every effort to deal reasonable and fairly with all students who, because of religious obligations, have conflicts with scheduled exams, assignments or required attendance. If you are absent due to religious observance, you are still responsible for knowing the information covered in class that day. If there is a test scheduled on that day, you must schedule an alternative day/time to take the exam AT LEAST ONE WEEK in advance. See full details at http://www.colorado.edu/policies/fac_relig.html
Discrimination and Harassment: The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to maintaining a positive learning, working, and living environment. CU-Boulder does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status in admission and access to, and treatment and employment in, its educational programs and activities. CU-Boulder will not tolerate acts of discrimination or harassment based upon Protected Classes or related retaliation against or by any employee or student. Please visit: http://www.colorado.edu/policies/discrimination-and-harassment-policy-and-procedures and http://www.colorado.edu/osc/#student_code for more information
Classroom Behavior: Students and faculty each are responsible for maintaining an appropriate learning environment. Those who fail to adhere to such behavioral standards may be subject to discipline. Professional courtesy and sensitivity are especially important with respect to individuals and topics dealing with differences of race, color, culture, religion, creed, politics, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, and nationalities. Visit http://www.colorado.edu/policies/student-classroom-and-course-related-behavior for details
Other Important Links: o http://www.colorado.edu/health/counseling (Counseling and Psychiatric Services) o http://www.colorado.edu/policies/honor.html (all university policies)
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Are there any other important dates I should keep in mind? a
Add Deadline Wednesday, August 31, 2016 Drop Deadline Wednesday, September 7, 2016 Fall Break/Thanksgiving Break November 21 – 25, 2016 Last Day of Classes Thursday, December 7, 2016 Final Exam Sunday, December 11, 2016
What is the schedule for this course? a
(* subject to change, and notice of any major changes will be given in class and announced on D2L):
Wk. Topic Relevant Reading
Ch. on
Comp.
Website
AssignmentsLearn by Doing!
(Lab Activities)
8/22/2016 M
Introduction and Course
Overview;
Review of Scientific Method;
Pre-Test
Article # 1 (lab) n/a
8/24/2016 W
Consumers vs. Producers of
Research; First Cycle of
Scientific Research
Chapter 1 1
iClicker Chapter 1
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
8/26/2016 FSecond, Third and Fourth
Cycle of Scientific ResearchChapter 1 1
8/29/2016 M
Class Discussion Popular
media articles;
The Importance of Theory in
Behavior Change
Popular Media
Articles1
CITI completion
certificate due
(D2L);
Article Review #
1 due (D2L)
8/31/2016 W
Advantages of science over
personal experience; How to
tell 'bad' science from
'good' science
Chapter 2 2
iClicker Chapter 2
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
9/2/2016 FFour Functions of Research;
Philosophy of ScienceChapter 2 2
9/5/2016 M No class (Labor Day)
9/7/2016 W
The "Three C's":
Frequency, Association and
Causal claims
Chapter 3 3
iClicker Chapter 3
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
9/9/2016 F
The "Four V's": Construct
and
Statistical Validity
Chapter 3 3
Class Date
1
2
Part 1: Finding and Evaluating 'Sound' Information
3
Week 1 Lab:
Using research article databases
(e.g. PSYCinfo, Google Scholar, etc.)
to find and evaluate peer reviewed
articles
How to access databases off campus
Completion of study to gather data
for Project #1
CITI training introduction and
completion
Week 3 Lab:
No Lab This Week!
(Labor Day)
Week 2 Lab:
Theory of Planned Behavior:
Discussion of Article Review
Generate your new hypothesis. Peer
review of hypothesis
Perform your literature search
http://www.colorado.edu/registrar/sites/default/files/attached-files/2016-17acad_calendar.pdf a
http://www.colorado.edu/registrar/fall-2016-final-exam-schedule
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9/12/2016 M
Keep Calm and Love
Statistics (pt 1): Descriptive
Statistics Review and What
Makes Good Graphs!
Appendix 441-456
(lecture); 487-492
(lab)
n/a
9/14/2016 W
Keep Calm and Love
Statistics (pt 2): Inferential
Statistics Review
Appendix 463-486
(lecture);
487-492 (lab)
n/a
9/16/2016 F
Keep Calm and Love
Statistics (pt 3): Inferential
Statistics (cont'd)
Appendix 463-486 n/a
9/19/2016 MGroup activity #1: Which
Statistical Test?n/a
Introduction Draft
Due (D2L)
9/21/2016 WEffect Size and Confidence
IntervalsAppendix 456-461 n/a
9/23/2016 FThe "Four V's": Internal and
External ValidityChapter 3 3
9/26/2016 M
Construct Validity
(Identifying 'Good'
Measurements):
Group activity #2: Assessing
Validity of a Real Study
Chapter 5 (lecture);
Appendix 492-496
(lab)
5
iClicker Chapter 5
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
9/28/2016 WScales of Measurement;
Measurement Reliability
Chapter 5 (lecture);
Appendix 492-496
(lab)
5
9/30/2016 F
Survey Methods
(Why Construct Validity is
ESSENTIAL)
Chapter 6 6
iClicker Chapter 6
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
10/3/2016 MObservational Designs and
Coding
Chapter 6 (lecture);
Appendix 496-521
(lab)
6
Methods and
Results Draft Due
(D2L)
10/5/2016 W
Group Activity #3:
Can a Measure be Reliable if
it is Not Valid?
Appendix 496-521
(lab)n/a
10/7/2016 F
Sampling Methods (Why
Important for External
Validity)
Chapter 7 6
iClicker Chapter 7
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
Abstract and
Discussion Draft
Due (D2L)
iClicker Chapter 8
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
10/12/2016 W
Passive Observational
Designs:
Multivariate and
Longitudinal (correlational)
Chapter 9 8
iClicker Chapter 9
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
10/14/2016 F Mediation vs. Moderation Chapter 9 8
8
4
5
6
7
Week 8 Lab:
Form research groups (MAX 4)!
Outline experiment, SHOW OUTLINE
TO TA AS A GROUP FOR APPROVAL
Midterm Review (pt 2)
Use rest of lab time for group work or
finishing first paper revisions
(if time remaining)
10/10/2016 M
Passive Observational
Designs: Bivariate
(correlational)
Chapter 8 7
Part 3: Association Claims
Part 2: Frequency Claims
Week 7 Lab:
How to Write Discussion and
References Sections in APA Style
How to write an APA Abstract
Write Your Discussion and Abstract
sections
Week 6 Lab:
How to Write Methods and Results
(including Tables and Figures)
Sections in APA Style
Finish analyses
Write Methods and Results
Make Tables and Figures!
Week 5 Lab:
How to Use 'R' to Analyze Data
Data for Project # 1 Given
Begin Analyses!
Week 4 Lab:
How to Write an Introduction
in APA style
Write Your Own Introduction
Wk. Topic Relevant Reading
Ch. on
Comp.
Website
AssignmentsLearn by Doing!
(Lab Activities)
8/22/2016 M
Introduction and Course
Overview;
Review of Scientific Method;
Pre-Test
Article # 1 (lab) n/a
8/24/2016 W
Consumers vs. Producers of
Research; First Cycle of
Scientific Research
Chapter 1 1
iClicker Chapter 1
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
8/26/2016 FSecond, Third and Fourth
Cycle of Scientific ResearchChapter 1 1
8/29/2016 M
Class Discussion Popular
media articles;
The Importance of Theory in
Behavior Change
Popular Media
Articles1
CITI completion
certificate due
(D2L);
Article Review #
1 due (D2L)
8/31/2016 W
Advantages of science over
personal experience; How to
tell 'bad' science from
'good' science
Chapter 2 2
iClicker Chapter 2
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
9/2/2016 FFour Functions of Research;
Philosophy of ScienceChapter 2 2
9/5/2016 M No class (Labor Day)
9/7/2016 W
The "Three C's":
Frequency, Association and
Causal claims
Chapter 3 3
iClicker Chapter 3
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
9/9/2016 F
The "Four V's": Construct
and
Statistical Validity
Chapter 3 3
Class Date
1
2
Part 1: Finding and Evaluating 'Sound' Information
3
Week 1 Lab:
Using research article databases
(e.g. PSYCinfo, Google Scholar, etc.)
to find and evaluate peer reviewed
articles
How to access databases off campus
Completion of study to gather data
for Project #1
CITI training introduction and
completion
Week 3 Lab:
No Lab This Week!
(Labor Day)
Week 2 Lab:
Theory of Planned Behavior:
Discussion of Article Review
Generate your new hypothesis. Peer
review of hypothesis
Perform your literature search
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10/17/2016 MExam 1 (Ch 1 -3; 5 - 8)
ReviewCh 1 - 3; 5 -8 n/a
10/19/2016 W
10/21/2016 FEthics of Research: A Dark
HistoryChapter 4 4
iClicker Chapter 4
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
10/24/2016 MEthics of Research: Risk and
Vulnerability
Chapter 4;
Article 2 Assigned4
First Full APA
Paper Due! (D2L)
10/26/2016 WGroup activity #4:
Is This Study Ethical?Chapter 4 4
10/28/2016 FExperimental Design:
Between Subjects (causal)Chapter 10 9
iClicker Chapter
10 Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
10/31/2016 MExperimental Design: Within
Subjects (causal)
Chapter 10;
Article 2
(Completed)
9Article Review 2
due (D2L)
11/2/2016 W
Group activity #5:
One question, multiple
designs
Article 3 Assigned n/a
11/4/2016 F Factorial Designs (Pt 1) Chapter 12 11
iClicker Chapter
12 Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
11/7/2016 M Factorial Designs (Pt 2) Chapter 12 11
11/9/2016 WAdvanced Factorial Designs
(pt 1)Chapter 12 11
11/11/2016 FThreats to Internal Validity
(pt 1)Chapter 11 10
iClicker Chapter
11 Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
11/14/2016 MThreats to Internal Validity
(pt 2)Chapter 11 10
Article Review 3
due (D2L)
11/16/2016 WThreats to Internal Validity:
Group Activity #6n/a n/a
11/18/2016 FWhat No to Do in a
Presentationn/a n/a
11/21/2016 M Fall Break- No Class!
11/23/2016 W Fall Break- No Class!
11/25/2016 F Fall Break- No Class!
9
10
Midterm Exam (Chapters 1 - 3; 5 - 9) Online via D2L.
Opens 7 am and closes 7 pm. Timed. NO LECTURE.
Week 9 Lab:
Group work on projects:
Literature review
Find appropriate measurements
Operationalize variables
PERFORM YOUR EXPERIMENT
(YAY!)
Week 10 Lab:
Program your study
PERFORM YOUR EXPERIMENT
Enter data and/or download data
Conduct preliminary analyses
(scale formation, etc.)
Part 4: Causal Claims
Week 11 Lab:
Data analysis for main study!
Work on methods and results
sections
Week 12 Lab:
Discuss Article Review 2
Data analysis and start PowerPoint
presentation!
Week 13 Lab:
Finish PowerPoint presentation
Practice oral presentation
11
12
13
Part 5: Is there Such a Thing As a 'Perfect' Experiment (and does that matter)?
14Week 14 Lab:
No Lab This Week! (Fall Break)
Wk. Topic Relevant Reading
Ch. on
Comp.
Website
AssignmentsLearn by Doing!
(Lab Activities)
8/22/2016 M
Introduction and Course
Overview;
Review of Scientific Method;
Pre-Test
Article # 1 (lab) n/a
8/24/2016 W
Consumers vs. Producers of
Research; First Cycle of
Scientific Research
Chapter 1 1
iClicker Chapter 1
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
8/26/2016 FSecond, Third and Fourth
Cycle of Scientific ResearchChapter 1 1
8/29/2016 M
Class Discussion Popular
media articles;
The Importance of Theory in
Behavior Change
Popular Media
Articles1
CITI completion
certificate due
(D2L);
Article Review #
1 due (D2L)
8/31/2016 W
Advantages of science over
personal experience; How to
tell 'bad' science from
'good' science
Chapter 2 2
iClicker Chapter 2
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
9/2/2016 FFour Functions of Research;
Philosophy of ScienceChapter 2 2
9/5/2016 M No class (Labor Day)
9/7/2016 W
The "Three C's":
Frequency, Association and
Causal claims
Chapter 3 3
iClicker Chapter 3
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
9/9/2016 F
The "Four V's": Construct
and
Statistical Validity
Chapter 3 3
Class Date
1
2
Part 1: Finding and Evaluating 'Sound' Information
3
Week 1 Lab:
Using research article databases
(e.g. PSYCinfo, Google Scholar, etc.)
to find and evaluate peer reviewed
articles
How to access databases off campus
Completion of study to gather data
for Project #1
CITI training introduction and
completion
Week 3 Lab:
No Lab This Week!
(Labor Day)
Week 2 Lab:
Theory of Planned Behavior:
Discussion of Article Review
Generate your new hypothesis. Peer
review of hypothesis
Perform your literature search
Updated 8/20/2016 10
11/28/2016 M Null effects Chapter 11 10
11/30/2016 W Quasi-experiments Chapter 13 12
iClicker Chapter
13 Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
12/2/2016 FReplicability and
Generalization Chapter 14 13
iClicker Chapter
14 Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
12/5/2016 M Meta-analysis Chapter 14 13
Full APA Paper on
Group Project
due (D2L)
12/7/2016 W
Class Discussion:
What Did You Learn (or not
learn) This Semester?
n/a n/a
12/9/2016 FExam 2 (Ch 4; 10 - 14)
Review
Ch 4; 10 -14; Key
Older Conceptsn/a
17 12/11/2016 SUN.Final Exam. Partially comprehensive. Chapters 5; 14 - 16; important key course concepts)
Online via D2L. Opens 7 am and closes 7 pm. Timed. NO CLASS.
15
Week 15 Lab:
Group Presentations
FCQs
16
Week 16 Lab:
Group Presentations
Review for Final
Wk. Topic Relevant Reading
Ch. on
Comp.
Website
AssignmentsLearn by Doing!
(Lab Activities)
8/22/2016 M
Introduction and Course
Overview;
Review of Scientific Method;
Pre-Test
Article # 1 (lab) n/a
8/24/2016 W
Consumers vs. Producers of
Research; First Cycle of
Scientific Research
Chapter 1 1
iClicker Chapter 1
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
8/26/2016 FSecond, Third and Fourth
Cycle of Scientific ResearchChapter 1 1
8/29/2016 M
Class Discussion Popular
media articles;
The Importance of Theory in
Behavior Change
Popular Media
Articles1
CITI completion
certificate due
(D2L);
Article Review #
1 due (D2L)
8/31/2016 W
Advantages of science over
personal experience; How to
tell 'bad' science from
'good' science
Chapter 2 2
iClicker Chapter 2
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
9/2/2016 FFour Functions of Research;
Philosophy of ScienceChapter 2 2
9/5/2016 M No class (Labor Day)
9/7/2016 W
The "Three C's":
Frequency, Association and
Causal claims
Chapter 3 3
iClicker Chapter 3
Pre-Quiz
(In-Class)
9/9/2016 F
The "Four V's": Construct
and
Statistical Validity
Chapter 3 3
Class Date
1
2
Part 1: Finding and Evaluating 'Sound' Information
3
Week 1 Lab:
Using research article databases
(e.g. PSYCinfo, Google Scholar, etc.)
to find and evaluate peer reviewed
articles
How to access databases off campus
Completion of study to gather data
for Project #1
CITI training introduction and
completion
Week 3 Lab:
No Lab This Week!
(Labor Day)
Week 2 Lab:
Theory of Planned Behavior:
Discussion of Article Review
Generate your new hypothesis. Peer
review of hypothesis
Perform your literature search
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