Research Methods in Neuroscience and Behavior
PSYC 217
Fall 2022
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This course introduces students to general research methods common for studying behavior and its biological underpinnings. Students will learn to design, conduct, and interpret research related to behavior and biology. Topics will include general research design (e.g., correlational vs. experimental studies, cross-sectional vs. repeated measures), discussions of ethical considerations in research, tools for measuring behavioral and physiological/neurological variables, and appropriate interpretation and presentation of results. Students will complete a behavioral research study during the semester. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM PSYC |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: PSYC105 AND (PSYC200 OR PSYC201 OR QAC201 OR ECON300 OR MATH132) |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (PSYC) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 50% - 74% |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Readings will consist of open-source educational resources and articles that provided via Moodle. Some sample readings include:
Kendra Cherry, TYPES OF VARIABLES IN PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH, https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-a-variable-2795789
Deborah Smith, FIVE PRINCIPLES FOR RESEARCH ETHICS, https://www.apa.org/monitor/jan03/principles
Yetton, B. D., Revord, J., Margolis, S., Lyubomirsky, S., & Seitz, A. R. (2019). Cognitive and Physiological Measures in Well-Being Science: Limitations and Lessons. Frontiers in Psychology, 10. doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2019.01630
Lumen learning: https://courses.lumenlearning.com/wm-lifespandevelopment/chapter/correlational-and-experimental-research/
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Examinations and Assignments:
Quizzes: There will be a couple of quizzes (multiple-choice, short answer) in the class to assess understanding of general research methods foundation.
Class activities: There will be activities (often completed partially in class) where students will submit a reflection or follow-up.
Research project: Students will conduct a research project throughout the semester. The project will require:
a. Proposal
b. Research paper drafts
c. Final research paper
d. Peer review
e. Final research presentation |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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| Instructor(s): Sullivan,Grace Anne Times: .M.W... 10:50AM-12:10PM; Location: JUDD113; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 13 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 0 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 9 | FR: 4 |
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