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PSY10100

Academic Year 2024/2025

Research Methods & Stats I (PSY10100)

Subject:
Psychology
College:
Social Sciences & Law
School:
Psychology
Level:
1 (Introductory)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Dr Katie Gilligan-Lee
Trimester:
Spring
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

Research methods are central to the undergraduate curriculum in many subjects and disciplines. This module introduces students to the basic principles underpining research enquiry in psychology. Students will learn about commonly used quantitative and qualitative methodologies and designs. In addition, the module introduces students to basic descriptive statistics, for example levels of measurement, properties of the normal curve, measures of central tendency and variation and correlation. Students should note that a key feature of this module is attendence and participation in classroom discussion and skills-based activities related to the learning outcomes.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the module students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and goals of different types of psychological research.
2. Identify and critique the principles of Independent Group Designs and Within Subject Designs.
3. Identify and critique the principles of specific qualitative research designs.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the properties of a normal curve, central tendency and variation as applied in research.
5. Demonstrate the ability to test for and interpret the meaning of correlation in quantitative research.

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Specified Learning Activities

25
Autonomous Student Learning

72
Lectures

22
Tutorial

6
Total

125

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Lecture, in class discussion, small group work, practice examples, tutorials, interactive participation (e.g., Mentimeter), and peer learning.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Equivalents:
Basic Analysis and Design (PSY20030)


 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Participation in Learning Activities: Participation portfolio, includes activities in tutorials and lectures, and low stakes multiple choice quizzes Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
50
 No
Exam (Open Book): This is a written exam with short questions, computation and an interpretation element. End of trimester
Duration:
2 hr(s)
 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
50
 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Peer review activities
• Self-assessment activities

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Throughout the semester, mini-quizzes testing student learning through Mentimeter and in-class activities gives students feedback on their progress and areas for improvement. Summarised feedback for the class is also provided (e.g., APA style, examples of Qualitative Research, etc.) based on the portfolio activity.

Name Role
Professor Suzanne Guerin Lecturer / Co-Lecturer

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Wed 12:00 - 13:50
Spring Tutorial Offering 1 Week(s) - 21, 23, 25, 26, 30, 32 Tues 12:00 - 12:50
Spring Tutorial Offering 2 Week(s) - 21, 23, 25, 26, 30, 32 Thurs 10:00 - 10:50
Spring Tutorial Offering 3 Week(s) - 21, 23, 25, 26, 30, 32 Thurs 11:00 - 11:50
Spring Tutorial Offering 4 Week(s) - 21, 23, 25, 26, 30, 32 Thurs 12:00 - 12:50
Spring Tutorial Offering 5 Week(s) - 21, 23, 25, 26, 30, 31 Fri 12:00 - 12:50
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