Introduction to basic concepts in psychology research, including experimental design, non-experimental methods, statistical analysis and researchers' ethical responsibilities.
Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hourse required per credit hour.)
Survey of functional neuroanatomy and neurophysiology related to human psychological processes. Discussion of theories of neuropsychology and their experimental and clinical applications. Introduction to neuropsychological disorders and their assessment/ treatment.
Physical, social and emotional development of children from conception through puberty, stressing normal development and major development theories.
PSY 530: with minimum grade of C
This course covers research and theory on culture and its relationships with and applications to areas of educational psychology including development, cognition, assessment and school achievement, motivation, and individual differences.
(PSY 500: with minimum grade of C or PSY 540: with minimum grade of C or PSY 681: with minimum grade of C)
Students will investigate what it means to be properly motivated, why individuals often develop problematic motivational patterns, and how proper motivation can be fostered.
Practices, issues and research in college teaching. Instructional models and methods, course planning, cognition, testing and grading, student-teacher interaction and ethics.
Examines professional, philosophical, theoretical issues and trends across the discipline. Students practice and receive feedback regarding written and oral communication skills.
Work with faculty member on professional endeavors such as research, writing, course planning or public service. Requires 3 hours per week for each credit. S/U graded.
Examine major areas of social psychology e.g., aggression, altruism, cooperation, attitude change, and impression management; learn about observation and other data-collection techniques. Possible laboratory observations.
Classical measurement theory and methods. Topics include instrument development and analysis, derivations of reliability and validity formulae, test fairness, standards, and norming.
SRM 600: with minimum grade of C
Item response theory and methods. Topics include item analysis, logistic models, and individual prediction and classification.
PSY 674: with minimum grade of C and SRM 603: with minimum grade of C
An applied perspective on learning sciences and instruction, including behavioral, information-processing, cognitive load, situated, meaningful, motivational, constructivist, and social cognitive learning views and their relation to instructional design.
Assumes basic knowledge of cognitive and instructional theory. Focuses on research in development, cognition and instruction, subject matter, and social and cultural contexts of learning.
(PSY 540: with minimum grade of C or PSY 681: with minimum grade of C)
For Graduate students wishing to develop advanced competency. Periodically, seminar may focus on topic reflecting instructor's interest area or on developing a student's inquiry.
PSY 530: with minimum grade of C
Pursue original research into learning and cognitive processes under the guidance of a faculty member. Arranged to reflect faculty and students' interests.
PSY 540: with minimum grade of C
For graduate students wishing to develop a competency in psychological and educational measurement. The seminar will focus on an advanced topic in contemporary measurement and assessment.
Full-or part-time assignment in a field-based setting under supervision. Students work a minimum of 3 hours per week for each hour of credit. S/U graded.
Each student will collaborate in research with a psychology professor. The research topic and nature of involvement are determined by consultation between student and professor. Maximum of 6 credits. S/U graded.
Supervised experience in diagnostics of neuropsychological deficits. Individual and group supervision emphasizing behavioral interview and psychometric data. S/U graded.
Specialized topics or contemporary issues. Topics vary.
For Master's students in psychology as an approved alternative to the written comprehensive examination. Students will enroll with major advisor to develop research proposal, conduct project and report results. S/U graded.
Recommended in place of M.A. project, especially for students applying to doctoral programs. S/U graded.