PSY 225 Quantitative Methods in Psychology and Social Science
This introductory course in psychological and social science statistics prepares students for advanced study in research methods by developing students' competence in quantitative methods, statistical reasoning, and critical thinking. It focuses on using descriptive and inferential statistics to interpret data in experimental and descriptive research studies. Topics include descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, correlation, one-way or two-way ANOVA, regression, controversies and emerging practices in open psychological science.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite:
PSY 220 Thinking Like a Social Scientist with a grade of C or better
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Differentiate between types of data. Determine how to obtain meaningful and relevant data to answer a research question. Understand and communicate the relationship among statistical significance, practical/clinical significance, power and effect size. Interpret and communicate research findings.