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Course No: PSYC.4690-031; SIS Class Nbr: 1509; SIS Term: 2840
Course Status: Registration Closed
Course Description
An advanced course in which students design and carry out an empirical research project from start to finish, resulting in an individually written research report using APA style and an oral presentation. The primary goal is for students to experience discovery by completing an original study that reasonably extends the prior research literature. Topics may vary, reflecting the interests of the instructor. Students will perform literature reviews; formulate a research question; operationalize variables; develop research designs; obtained ethical review and approval; and collect, analyze, and interpret data. Students will also demonstrate knowledge of the research process in assessments that may include assignments, quizzes, or exams. Meets Core Curriculum Essential Learning Outcome for Applied & Integrative Learning (AIL) and Critical Thinking & Problem Solving (CTPS).
Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor
- Prerequisites: PSYC.3690 Research II with 'C' or better; Junior/ Senior level and completed 15 credits in Psychology.
- Core Codes: CTPS, SS, AIL
- Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
- Instructor: Mary Duell
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UMass Lowell Bookstore
When Offered & Tuition
- Online Course
- 2019 Summer: May 20 to Aug 11
- Chat Hours: Tue 7:30-8:30pm*
- Course Level: Undergraduate
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Tuition: $1140
- Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.
*Chat Hours provide an opportunity for the instructor and students to communicate
in "real time". It is an informative and interactive session where course related questions, answers,
and discussions take place. While student attendance during chat hours is not required, it is highly recommended.
Weekly chat sessions are archived for students who are not able to participate in the live chat sessions at the
scheduled times.
Related Programs: B.A. in Psychology
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