Methods of Behavioral Research
PSY 1901
Subject & Catalog Number
Course Information
Description
This is a lecture course with a laboratory component. Our goal is for you to master the essentials of behavioral experimentation through a succession of projects, starting with a small number of fundamental skills that can be used in many areas of psychology, culminating with a larger final group project. Emphasis will be on understanding causal inference and acquiring practical laboratory skills. Basic aspects of data exploration and analysis will be covered. We will place a high value on discussion participation in lecture and lab and the communication of results through effective visual graphics, oral presentations, and written reports.
Course Notes
There is a required lab session in addition to lecture.
Recommended Prep
The Psychology Department requires completion of Science of Living Systems 20 or Psychology 1 or the equivalent of introductory psychology (e.g. Psych AP=5 or IB=7 or Psyc S-1) and PSY 1900 or the equivalent (e.g., STAT 100, 101, 102 or 104) before enrolling in this course.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
NOTE: This course requires additional sections; you will be prompted to choose secondary components during the Add to Cart process
