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Psychological Research

American Psychological Association

This specialization in Psychological Research aims to equip learners with essential skills and knowledge in psychology, research ethics, and quantitative research methods. It is designed for first- and second-year undergraduates, high school students, and professionals interested in delving into the world of psychological research. The comprehensive curriculum covers the fundamentals of research design, data analysis, and ethical standards in conducting psychological research.

The course includes learning activities that focus on real-world applications and critical thinking to address challenges encountered by researchers. Learners will gain an understanding of ethical practices in research, data analysis, statistics, and quantitative research methods. The specialized modules delve into important topics such as the ethics of psychological research, methods for quantitative research in psychology, and statistics in psychological research.

  • Develop knowledge of the fundamentals of research design for quantitative studies in psychology
  • Gain skills in the analysis of data from quantitative studies in psychology
  • Understand ethical standards for conducting psychological research

Upon completion, learners will be well-equipped to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios and make informed decisions when faced with research challenges.

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Psychological Research
Course Modules

This specialization comprises three modules: Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology, Ethics of Psychological Research, and Statistics in Psychological Research. Each module provides comprehensive insights into the respective topics, catering to the needs of learners at various levels of education and experience.

Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology

This module focuses on methods for quantitative research in psychology and is tailored for first- and second-year undergraduates, high school students, and professionals with similar interests. Learners will gain knowledge about research design, data analysis, and quantitative research methods, providing a solid foundation for their future studies and career pursuits.

Ethics of Psychological Research

This module delves into the ethics of psychological research, emphasizing the importance of ethical practices in scientific research. Learners will explore guidelines for conducting ethical research, issues associated with research misconduct, and necessary components for conducting ethical research with human and nonhuman participants. Critical evaluation of ethical issues in research is also a key component of this module.

Statistics in Psychological Research

Statistics in Psychological Research module equips learners with essential statistical knowledge and skills required for conducting and interpreting research in psychology. Topics covered include categorization of variables, data visualization, inferential statistics, null hypothesis significance testing, and the importance of statistical power. Learners will also gain insights into alternative procedures that address objections to null hypothesis significance testing.

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