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PSYCB1003 - Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology
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<p>Students will study research methods and statisical techniques used in psychology. Topics will include measurement, experimental designs, quasi-experimental designs, survey designs, sample theory, observational research, applied research, report writing and research ethics. Applications of various statistical tests including t tests, correlation, and some non-parametric tests will be explored.</p>
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<p>•Quantitative and qualitative approaches to psychological research: experimental, quasi-experimental, questionnaire, observational, naturalistic<br>
•Practical and ethical issues pertaining to the different research methods<br>
•Consideration of the reliability and validity of the outcomes of different methods<br>
•Application of parametric and non-parametric statistical techniques to psychological research: descriptive statistics, correlation, and tests of difference (e.g., t tests)</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>Students will study research methods and statisical techniques used in psychology. Topics will include measurement, experimental designs, quasi-experimental designs, survey designs, sample theory, observational research, applied research, report writing and research ethics. Applications of various statistical tests including t tests, correlation, and some non-parametric tests will be explored.</p>
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<p>•Quantitative and qualitative approaches to psychological research: experimental, quasi-experimental, questionnaire, observational, naturalistic<br> •Practical and ethical issues pertaining to the different research methods<br> •Consideration of the reliability and validity of the outcomes of different methods<br> •Application of parametric and non-parametric statistical techniques to psychological research: descriptive statistics, correlation, and tests of difference (e.g., t tests)</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Psychology
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090701 - Psychology
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 2</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 4</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/psycb1003">View unit fees</a>
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Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
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<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Explain and evaluate foundational research methods, designs, measurement principles and sampling approaches used in psychological research.</p>
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<p>Evaluate the quality and limitations of psychological research and assess the conclusions that can reasonably be drawn.</p>
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<p>Explain and apply ethical and culturally responsive principles relevant to psychological research, including research concerning First Nations Australians.</p>
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<p>Select and conduct appropriate foundational statistical analyses using relevant software and interpret the results to address psychological questions.</p>
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<p>Critically evaluate psychological research and communicate findings using appropriate APA conventions.</p>
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<p>Laboratory Report: Read and understand background research and show awareness of the appropriate content in the various sections of a research report.</p>
<p>Written report</p>
<p>40-60</p>
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<p>Test knowledge of content and application of psychological research methods</p>
<p>Online quizzes and/or tests</p>
<p>40-60</p>
1, 2, 3, 4
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Psychology
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090701 - Psychology
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 2</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 4</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/psycb1003">View unit fees</a>
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Internal reference: PSYCB1003 - U4.0