Psy 330

WEEK	TOPIC	Reading/Assignment Due
8/26-8/28	Introduction to the Course Inquiry and the Scientific Method Ways of knowing and counting demonstration Part 4 Reading/Counting Demonstration from above is Assignment 1 SPSS commands reminder sheets Stats decision flow chart	G&F Ch. 1
9/2 9/4 (in lab)	No Classes 9/2-Labor Day holiday Hypothesis Examples Reading Research Reports Literature reviews/literature searches Finding a topic and articles	G&F Ch. 2
9/9 (In lab) 9/11	Library Guides Remember to limit the search to peer reviewed sources, English, and adult participants (18 and older) Bring Galvan text Work on: Lit. search activity (Galvan Ch. 3, Q2-Q5) APA format resources--Purdue Owl Defining & Measuring Variables Defining and Measuring Discussion Questions Begin working on: Choosing a topic --one paragraph describing general area of interest. Also suggest at least two project possibilities...specifying IV(s) and DV(s) for each possibility.**	Galvan Ch. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Reading/Counting Assign. 1 hard copy due 9/9 1:30 pm G&F Ch. 3 Lit. search activity due 9/11 1:30
9/16 9/18	Reading & analyzing quantitative literature Morris & Sarll—Drinking glucose improves listening span Type answers before coming to class and print hard copy Ethical Guidelines Begin working on: On-line Ethics Training (CITI) Follow all instructions at this link. A printed copy of your completion certificate is due 10/23.	Morris & Sarll pdf Morris & Sarll questions due 9/16 1:30 G&F Ch. 4 Topic Description due 9/18
9/23 9/25 (in lab)	Sampling Analyzing literature and note-taking (cont.) Begin working on: Note-taking exercise--Galvan Ch. 4, Steps1- 5. Take brief notes in your spreadsheet/table for at least 4 articles. Goal: Determine if the article is relevant/helpful. If so, which topic(s) will it help you address?) Work on note-taking exercise (see above) Begin working on: Article summaries assignment--Find three journal articles relevant to your topic. For each article, provide the APA-style reference and a summary of the article. Please type. The summary should describe a) the main research question or hypothesis, b) the method, c) the results and conclusions, and d) how your projecrt relates to the article(e.g., uses same construct or theory, extends previous findings, addresses a gap in the research, etc.).	G&F Ch. 5 Galvan Ch. 4 Galvan Ch. 5-6
9/30 10/2	Research Strategies—an Overview and Validity Issues Writing a first draft Writing a coherent essay and formulating hypotheses Preview of next steps: Sample Outline of Sample student proposal Begin working on: Synthesizing/Outlining Activity (Galvan Ch. 9)--For Galvan Sample Lit. Review #2 p. 172-179--Burrell, Johnson, & Melinder (2016)--Part 1: Answer Galvan Ch. 9 Q1-Q6 and Part 2: Construct an outline of Lit. Review #2. Type both parts please. Distribute take-home Quiz 1	G&F Ch. 6 Note-taking ex. due 9/30 Galvan Ch. 9,10, & 11 Articles Summary assign. due 10/2
10/7 (in lab) 10/9	Synthesizing/Outlining literature Lit. Review Funnel Introduce outline requirements (see sample outline below) Sample Outline Sample proposal Experimental Research Strategy	Galvan Ch. 9 Synth./Outlining assign. due 107 G&F Ch. 7 Quiz 1 due 10/9 1:30
10/14 10/16	No classes 10/14--Faculty Development Day Between–subjects designs & Within-subjects designs	G&F Ch. 8-9 G&F16 Galvan Ch. 12
10/21 (in lab) 10/23	Style, mechanics, & language class discussion Ethics in Writing and Paraphrasing Sample paper in APA style from Purdue Owl In-text Citations from Purdue Owl Factorial Designs Summarizing and Interpreting Data: Using Stats Nuts and Bolts of Using Stats (Review) All Psy 230 notes for reference Begin working on: Proposal Draft--Implement outline feedback and begin drafting Title Page, Intro., and Reference sections	Outline due 10/21 Paraphrase exercise due 10/23 (please type) G&F Ch. 11 G&F Ch. 15 G&F Appendix B Online CITI ethics training-- certificate due 10/23
10/28 (in lab) 10/30	Introduce and work on Stats review assignment In-class Stats Example Stats example data SPSS commands reminder sheets Stats decision flow chart Correlational Studies	G&F Ch. 12 Stats Review Assign. due 10/30
11/4 11/6	Descriptive Research Strategy Sample Psy 430 Paper Developing Methods & Results (see final proposal requirements below) Preparing a Reference List Final proposal requirements Student example to use in crafting your proposal method and results. NEW 11/14/19	G&F Ch. 13 G&F Ch. 16 Galvan Ch. 11 & 13
11/11 11/13 (in lab)	11/11 No classes--Non Instructional/non-duty day Editing and final drafts Introduce Proposal presentation requirements (40 pts.)--10-minute PowerPoint presentation of your proposal--Introduction/Background, Hypotheses, Method (Participants, Design, Materials, Procedure), and Results (Name design, Name descriptive and inferential stats you will conduct to address your hypotheses.) Tips for Oral Presentations Proposal Presentation Rating Sheet Distribute take-home Quiz 2 Sign up for conferences Begin working on: final proposal and final presentation	Meet in lab 4/4 Draft of Title Page, Intro. & References due 11/13
11/18-11/20	Individual Conferences in Dr. Malone's office Monday, 11/18 1:00 Cory; 1:20 Alexis; 1:40 Carly; 2:00 Kaitlynne; 2:20 Bayleigh Tuesday, 11/19 12:00 Allison K.; 12:20 Sonia; 12:40 Morgan; 1:00 Cecilia 1:20 Madison; 1:40 Mackenzie Wednesday 11/20 12:40 Chelsey; 1:00 _____; 1:20 Courtney; 1:40 Megan 2:00 Emily; 2:20 Leandra; 2:40 Alison Z.; 3:00 Jera
11/25 (in lab)	Developing Methods & Results (cont.) Editing and final drafts Work on final proposals and presentations *Proposal presentation requirements* *(40 pts.)--10-minute PowerPoint presentation of your proposal--Introduction/Background, Hypotheses, Method (Participants, Design, Materials, Procedure), and Results (Name design, Name descriptive and inferential stats you will conduct to address your hypotheses.) Email presentation to malonech@mnstate.edu at least 75 minutes prior to the class period in which you present.* No classes 11/27--Fall Break	G&F Ch. 16 Quiz 2 due 11/25 1:30
12/2 (in lab) 12/4	Work on final proposals and presentations Editing and final drafts Proposal Presentations--Students must present on the day indicated below or arrange to trade days with another student. No make-ups available. 12/4 Proposal Presentations 1) Sonia 2) Carly 3) Cory 4) Alison Z. 5) Leandra	Final proposals (55 pts.) due 12/4 Your final proposal for experimental or quasi-experimental research should contain the following sections: 1) Title page, 2) Abstract, 3) Introduction (with at least 10 scholarly sources referenced), 4) Method, 5) Brief description of design and analysis plan--labeled as Results section 6) References, 7) Appendix (with sample stimuli or stimulus description) 8) Also please include your graded draft with comments.
12/9	Proposal Presentations 1) Alexis 2) Emily 3) Allison K. 4) Morgan 5) Chlesey
Mon., Dec. 16th 11:30-1:30	Remaining Proposal Presentations 1) Bayleigh 2) Courtney 3) Jera 4) Kaitlynne 5) Madison 6) Mackenzie 7) Megan 8) Cecilia

Course Description: Course emphasizing report writing (APA editorial style), and application of research methodology and statistics.

Prerequisite: PSY 230 with a passing grade

Student Learning Outcomes: As a result of taking this course, you will be able to:

1. Understand and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation.
2. Read and review psychological research more critically.
3. Become aware of ethical concerns and guidelines regarding the use of human and animal participants in research.
4. Write a coherent literature review.
5. Plan an experiment to investigate a specific question using scientific methods.
6. Demonstrate information competence and the ability to use computers and other technology for many purposes.
7. Present scientific information effectively in both written and verbal formats.
8. Incorporate technology into research presentations.

Writing Intensive Designation: Psy 330 Experimental Methods carries a writing intensive course designation (“W”), and addresses all six written communication competencies of the Dragon Core/Liberal Arts and Sciences Curriculum.
The writing competencies that are extended are as follows:

1. Psy 330 employs a “coherent writing process” that requires students to submit early drafts of sections of the final paper for editing and revisions.
2. Psy 330 requires you to meet and consult with your professor to “produce quality written products.”
3. Psy 330 requires that you read, analyze, synthesize and integrate appropriate research and diverse readings for assignments and your research proposal.
4. Psy 330 requires you locate, use and cite appropriate primary and secondary research articles using APA style formatting for your research proposal.
5. Psy 330 requires that you make logical, effective and engaging, writing critiques and papers for a scientific audience.
6. Psy 330 requires the use of correct grammar, mechanics, and spelling in all written papers.

Assignments and Grading:
There will be two take-home quizzes in this class. We will also have multiple in-class and out-of-class assignments. Assignment requirements and point totals will be announced in class and posted on the course website. All quizzes and assignments must be typed with proper grammar and sentence construction. All late assignments without proper documentation will be penalized five percent for each calendar day late in addition to typical grading deductions.

These smaller assignments will culminate in and prepare you for completing your final project. The final project for this class is the development of an APA-style research proposal. You will be required to begin working on this paper almost immediately, as sections of it will be due throughout the semester. There will be an estimated 330 total points available in this course.

Here is a general list of assignments for this semester:

Student Responsibilities:
As a student in this class, you have certain responsibilities. You are responsible for:

1. Knowing all information in the syllabus, including dates and procedures for assignments and grading.
2. Checking the course website for class announcements or changes.
3. Completing the reading assignments before each class and taking an active role in learning the material.
4. Seeking assistance from the instructor in a timely fashion.
5. Monitoring your performance in this class, including keeping track of your points.
6. Informing the professor ahead of time in the case of special needs.
7. Arriving to and leaving class on time so as not to disturb the professor or other students. Also, all electronic devices, such as cell phones, must be turned off upon entering the classroom.

Academic Honesty: The MSUM Student Handbook (web.mnstate.edu/sthandbook) discusses student conduct code issues including academic integrity such as cheating or plagiarism. If you have any questions regarding this conduct code or your rights, please review the handbook. Copying papers from classmates or other sources (including the web) is not only cheating, but is plagiarism and the equivalent of scholarly or “literary” stealing. You must cite your sources! In the event that you are caught plagiarizing or copying, you will fail this course.

Accessiblity: Minnesota State University Moorhead is committed to providing equitable access to learning opportunities for all students and strives to make courses inclusive and accessible in accordance with sections 504 and 508 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. Accessibility Resources (AR) is the campus office that collaborates with students in need of accommodations and assists in arranging reasonable accommodations. If you have or think you may have a disability, please contact Accessibility Resources at (218) 477-4318 (V), (800) 627.3529 (MRS/TTY), kari.klettke@mnstate.edu or stop by to schedule an appointment with Kari Klettke, Director, in 154C Flora Frick Hall. Please also contact Accessibility Resources if you are currently registered for services and have concerns. Additional information is available on the AR website: http://www.mnstate.edu/accessibility

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If you have experienced or know someone who has experienced sexual violence, services and resources are available. You may also choose to file a report. For further information, contact Lynn Peterson, Coordinator of Sexual Assault Services at Hendrix Clinic and Counseling Center, 218-477-2211, or Ashley Atteberry, Title IX Coordinator in Owens Hall 208 (218-477-2174); ashley.atteberry@mnstate.edu. Additional information is available at: www.mnstate.edu/titleix .

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Christine Malone, Ph.D.	Email: malonech@mnstate.edu
Phone: (218) 477-2804	Home page: http://web.mnstate.edu/malonech/
Office: 360 G Bridges Hall	Office Hours: MW 10:00-noon; TTh 10:00-1:00
Class: MW 1:30 – 2:45 am in Bridges 357