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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2020 - 2021
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Description This module will introduce students to the most common quantitative and qualitative research designs and methodologies used in psychology. It will also introduce students to the ethical principles that underpin psychological research. A strong emphasis will be placed on developing and supporting core research skills such as literature searching and the use of library resources. This module will also develop transferable skills such as teamwork, communication and presentation skills through a variety of class activities and assignments. The content of practical sessions in this module will be informed by other core psychology modules taken in Year 1. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Identify and evaluate ethical issues in undertaking psychological research 2. Describe basic qualitative and quantitative research designs and methods, and assess their strengths and limitations 3. Use library and online psychology resources effectively 4. Describe and evaluate normative group development 5. Demonstrate cooperative learning skills 6. In order to support these learning outcomes, students will be encouraged to participate in psychological research projects within the school including those of staff, post-graduate students and undergraduate final year projects. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities Introduction – the scientific approach in psychologyAccessing and effectively using library and online resources in psychologyReport writingResearch ethicsResearch designQualitative research methodsincluding (i) Interviewing, (ii) Focus groups, (iii) Thematic analysis, (iv) Content analysis and (v) Observational designQuantitative research methodsincluding (i) Quasi-experimental design: Survey, (ii) Experimental design, (iii) Correlational design, (iv) Within- and between-subject design and (v) Variables and levels of measurementNormative group developmentCo-operative learning and dealing with conflict in groups | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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