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PSC 206A

— Theoretical Foundations: Research Methods in Psychology

(4 units)

Examines the philosophy and research practices underlying experimental psychology. Topics to be covered include philosophy of science/epistemology, research design, inference and bias in research, theory development, validity, the social context of research, and critical thinking about research.

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Course Description: Examines the philosophy and research practices underlying experimental psychology. Topics to be covered include philosophy of science/epistemology, research design, inference and bias in research, theory development, validity, the social context of research, and critical thinking about research. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 3 hour(s), Term Paper. Enrollment Restriction(s): Restricted to graduate student status. Grade Mode: Letter. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 3 hour(s), Term Paper. Enrollment Restriction(s): Restricted to graduate student status. Grade Mode: Letter.

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