CLASS: MW 1:30-2:45 BR 362
PROFESSOR: Dr. Elizabeth Nawrot, Ph.D
OFFICE: BR 360K PH 477-4079; nawrot@mnstate.edu; HOURS: MWF 11:30-1:30; TuTh 12-1:30
TEXTS: The Psychologist as Detective. Smith & Davis (5th ed); Writing Literature Reviews (4rd ed). Galvan; Writing Papers in Psychology (8th ed). Rosnow & Rosnow.
WEBSITE: The online class The Class ID is cm792752.
DESCRIPTION: Psy 330 emphasizes scientific report reading and writing (APA editorial style), and application of research methods and statistics. This course is intended to help the psychology major or minor apply skills acquired in the statistics/methodology sequence in the conceptualization, design, and conduct of research, as well as to acquaint the student with the principles of research report writing in the writing style used by the psychological community. (*Writing Intensive) Pre requisite: Psy 231 & Psy 232
STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Also see www.mnstate.edu/psych for a list of learning objectives.
1. Students will be able to use electronic databases and other resources to find literature.
2. Students will be able to critically read and evaluate psychological literature.
3. Students will be able to write a coherent, organized literature review.
4. Students will be able to form an appropriate research proposal.
5. Students will be able to plan appropriate statistical analyses.
6. Students will be able to make effective oral presentations.
7. Students will demonstrate knowledge of APA writing style.
8. Students will function according to APA ethical guidelines.
ASSIGNMENTS (see over for due dates)
¥ Six Smith & Davis chapter quizzes online: 6@10 pts each = 60 pts. Due the week the chapter is assigned.
¥ Galvan written activities: 8 @ 5 pts each = 40 pts
¥ In class activities: 4 @ 5 pts each = 20 pts. Cannot be made up.
¥ One oral presentation: 25 pts; ¥ Online IRB course completion: 25 pts.
¥ Multiple literature review components including; topic (5pts); references (5 pts); outline (10 pts); draft (30 pts.); future research (20 pts.); statistics (10 pts.); final paper (50 pts.) = 130 pts total.
FINAL GRADES will be based on a percentage of 300 points with no curve and no extra credit. Late assignments will lose points and after one week late will not be accepted. Students who cannot adhere to the stated assignment deadlines, or those who have excessive absences are advised to drop this course and re-take it at a time when they can participate at the required level.
STUDENT'S RESPONSIBILITIES: to be aware of all information in the syllabus, including dates and procedures for assignments and grading; to frequently check email for class announcements or changes; to complete the reading assignments before each class, and take an active role in learning the material; to seek out help from the professor in a timely fashion; to monitor your performance in this class, including keeping track of your grades; Attendance is taken daily; after three absences, points will be lost from the final grade. Behaviors such as eating, sleeping or reading the newspaper are unacceptable. Laptops are allowed for notetaking, but no web surfing, texting, or emailing (this includes the use of cell phones, iPods/MP3 headphones, etc.).
PLAGIARISM: Plagiarism is the copying of someone elseÕs words, thoughts, or ideas without proper citation or credit. It is a form of cheating and will result in a failing grade in this course, so be sure you are completely familiar with the studentÕs code of conduct and definition of plagiarism in the MSUM student handbook.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES who believe they may need an accommodation in this class contact Greg Toutges, Coordinator of Disability Services at 477-5859 (Voice) or 1-800-627-3529 (MRS/TTY), CMU 114 as soon as possible to ensure that accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion.