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PSY 2196 - Scientific Thinking in Psychology |
This course examines the scientific method and its application in psychology and other fields. It covers topics such as the philosophical foundations of scientific method, the logic of research methods, specific methodologies and their uses and limitations, the evaluation of research, and research ethics. A major goal of the course is development of the ability to critically evaluate scientific and other information. Students will design, conduct, and evaluate research, do literature searches and learn to write in scientific style. NOTE: This course is for majors and minors only. Credit Hours: 4.000 Levels: Graduate, NonDegree Continuing Undergrad, Undergraduate Schedule Types: Base Lecture Division: Undergraduate Department: CLA:Psychology & Neuroscience Course Attributes: Writing Intensive |