PSYC 4490 Independent Research Project

Special project involving original research in some area of psychology. Written report and seminar presentation of findings are required.

Registration Name

Independent Research Project

Lecture Hours

0

Lab Hours

3

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PSYC 2202 and junior standing and written prospectus approved by a psychology faculty member.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Design an original research project.
2. Conduct a literature search.
3. Form hypothesis and test it.
4. Collect and analyze data.
5. Write a report of research project in APA format.
6. Present research findings.