Course Description
Second course in psychological statistics recommended for students planning to attend graduate school. Includes basic probability, ANOVA, correlation and regression. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of B- in PSY 211; PSYC major.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Understand statistical methods for the behavioral sciences at a conceptual level (e.g., which method is appropriate depending on the research question, and why?)
- Learn how to apply these methods (e.g., solve equations by hand, or use appropriate computer software)
- Be able to report and describe/interpret the results of these methods in the context of psychology research
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| 18 In-class exercise worksheets | 36% |
| 3 In-class assessments | 36% |
| 1 Final project | 28% |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 93 to 100 | A |
| 90 to 92 | A- |
| 87 to 89 | B+ |
| 83 to 86 | B |
| 80 to 82 | B- |
| 77 to 79 | C+ |
| 73 to 76 | C |
| 70 to 72 | C- |
| 67 to 69 | D+ |
| 63 to 66 | D |
| 60 to 62 | D- |
| Below 60 | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Participation is graded in the form of the in-class exercise worksheets.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences by Gravetter & Wallnau (Edition 9 or Edition 10), or Essentials of Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences by Gravetter, Wallnau, & Forzano (Edition 9 or Edition 10)
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.