This course is a general introduction to contemporary research methods in Psychology. The relationship between theory and research will be explored. Qualitative and quantitative approaches to research in the behavioural sciences will be discussed and introductory terminology and concepts defined. Current models of data collection, experimental design and analysis will be examined. Issues related to research including literature review, research ethics, and report writing will be contextualized within the field of Psychology.
This course is a general introduction to contemporary research methods in Psychology. The relationship between theory and research will be explored. Qualitative and quantitative approaches to research in the behavioural sciences will be discussed and introductory terminology and concepts defined. Current models of data collection, experimental design and analysis will be examined. Issues related to research including literature review, research ethics, and report writing will be contextualized within the field of Psychology.
