— Theoretical Foundations: Research Methods in Psychology
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.
Prerequisites & course information
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.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027