Module Code - Title:
PS4041
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PRACTICAL PSYCHOLOGY 1
Year Last Offered:
2025/6
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
PS4021
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
To introduce students to the range of research methods employed in psychology and to develop studentÆs ability to work with quantitative data and SPSS in particular
Syllabus:
This practical class introduces the range of methods employed in psychology to students. The value of experiments, observational, survey and interviews and case studies work are considered using illustrative examples. Practical skills in these methods are developed though the use of selected examples. Students are also introduced to important IT skills such as library search skills and SPSS for coding of data via practical work.
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic research methodologies in psychology 2.` Evaluate case studies and observational studies in psychology.
2. Understand how to code and analyse basic descriptive information
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
Develop a positive attitude towards the role of research in the development of knowledge
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
Report writing skills
Data coding skills
Descriptive analysis skills
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
Students will engage in laboratory based practical classes in order to develop their expertise in conducting research in psychology. students will also be required to analyse and write up data reports in private study time.
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
Yes.
Prime Texts:
Howitt and Cramer (2004)
An introduction to statistics in psycholocy
, Prentice Hall
Other Relevant Texts:
banyward and grayson ()
introducing psychological research
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Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Module Leader:
kevin.omalley@ul.ie