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Research Methods In Clinical Psychology (PSI-647)

Semester:	Fall 2024
Number:	0503-647-001
Instructor:	Adelya Urmanche
Days:	Tuesday 8:30 am - 11:00 am
Note:	Traditional In-Person Class
Location:	Garden City - Hy Weinberg Center 132
Credits:	3
Notes:	For majors only Additional one time charges are $10.50
Course Materials:	View Text Books
Description:	This course provides an overview of research methods and psychological assessment in clinical psychology. We will examine the basics of devising and conducting observational, experimental quasi-experimental and qualitative studies. We will also discuss methods of interpretation, ethics involved in conducting clinical studies and psychometric concepts.
Learning Goals:	The primary learning objectives of the course are: 1. Understanding of the strengths and limitations of different research methodologies (i.e. quantitative and qualitative; efficacy and effectiveness) and sources of information. 2. Acquiring foundational knowledge of psychometric theory underlying frequently used measures (e.g. reliability and validity.) 3. Developing the tools to critically evaluate empirical research and relevant literature (discriminate solid an relevant research/articles from others). 4. Ability to design appropriate methods of data collection in local clinical settings and ability to carry through (collect data and analyze it) own research projects. 5. Developing skills to identify personal biases that impact the design and implementation of research and application of research findings in clinical settings. 6. Knowledge of ethical principles in research and ability to evaluate research with respect to conformity to ethical standards. *The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

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