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UT Dallas Syllabus For Psy3392.501.10f Taught by Kristin Atchison (Kja042000)
UT Dallas Syllabus For Psy3392.501.10f Taught by Kristin Atchison (Kja042000)
Fall 2010
PSY 3392 501 Room: CR 1.202 Monday 7:00 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.
Course Description:
This course covers the methods used by research psychologists to test hypotheses. You will learn
how to 1) identify and frame a research question, 2) design an appropriate study to address this
question, 3) implement statistical analysis strategies for examining generated data and 4) report
study findings in a proper format. Along the way, it is my hope that the course will also better
equip you to critically evaluate psychological research.
NOTE: All written assignments are to be in APA style. A portion of the grade for each assignment will be
devoted to adherence to APA style in accordance with the APA manual. Students are responsible for turning in
assignments in APA style regardless of whether they own the manual or not.
Course Website: New assignments, revisions to the syllabus, announcements, and your grades will be posted
on the eLearning site. You are then responsible for checking this site frequently (at least twice weekly) in order
to remain aware of new activities, announcements, etc. Make sure that you have a UTD email address on this
account (see info below on UTD email policy). All email correspondence with students enrolled in this class
will be through UTD email.
The timeline that follows is an estimate, and is subject to change at the lecturer’s discretion. Other
assignments may be added.
2. Exams. You will have 4 exams that will contribute equally to the final 60 point total. For each exam
all material covered in the course may be evaluated, but will heavily emphasize material covered since
the previous exam.
3. Participation. Students are expected to attend classes regularly, complete the assigned readings before
each class, and participate in class discussions and assignments. If you miss a class, it is your
responsibility to acquire missing lecture notes, assignments, and announcements from a classmate.
a. Group/Self Evaluation on Group Participation. Working effectively in a group is an
important skill. Your group members will evaluate your participation in the group. You will
also evaluate yourself. Evaluations will contribute to your participation grade.
Late policy:
Because of the importance of understanding one assignment before moving on to the next, it is imperative that work be
turned in on time. All assignments are due at the BEGINNING of the class period, and they must be turned in
proofread and typed.
Assignments and quizzes: There are at least 8 homework assignments/quizzes. Assignments are due at the beginning
of class, and will not be accepted after the break. The lowest 2 assignment/quiz grades will be dropped. No excuses
for late assignments or missed quizzes will be accepted, for ANY REASON!
Make-up exam policy: DO NOT MISS AN EXAM! Make-ups exams will only be given if you notify the instructor
prior to the exam. Failure to do so may result in a grade of ZERO on the exam. Documentation must be provided to
grant make-ups (doctor’s note, etc.). Planned vacations or non-university travel is not sufficient reason to miss an
exam. It is your responsibility to make up the exam within one week of the scheduled exam time. Be prepared—make-
up exams are designed to be more difficult than regular exams to compensate for having more study time.
Extra credit: There will be no individualized extra credit given for this course.
Classmate contact information: Students are strongly encouraged to obtain contact information from a classmate.
This is extremely helpful if you miss class. Notes will not be provided by Dr. Atchison.