PSYC 501: Best Psych Research Practices

Course Description

Explores topics concerning the best research practices used in the different areas of psychology. Examination of recent advances in research design, analysis, and reporting will hone methodological and statistical intuitions. Students will investigate the growing literature on problematic practices, consider proposed solutions, and construct and evaluate simulations to enhance their understanding of the best methodologies so they can contribute to a more open and reproducible psychological science. 2 to 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. May be repeated up to 8 graduate hours, if topics vary.