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1 Course Syllabus Online, Term 2, 2023 COURSE: PSY 3311 COURSE TITLE: RESEARCH METHODS SEMESTER HOURS: 3 COURSE PREREQUISITES: PSY 3301 For a course syllabus posted prior to the beginning of the term, the instructor reserves the right to make minor changes prior to or during the term. The instructor will notify students, via Canvas announcement, when changes are made in the requirements and/or grading of the course. Catalog Description: An introduction to the design, analysis, and interpretation of behavioral research, including strategies for reviewing scientific literature and organizing a research report. Instructor Information: Dr. Barbara Metzger, PhD, BCBA-D Education:  Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Doctoral Level (BCBA-D)  Post-Doctoral Fellowship in behavioral treatment of autism, University of California, Los Angeles  PhD in behavioral psychology from West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV  MA in behavioral psychology from West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV  BA in psychology (with honors) from Converse College, Spartanburg, SC Contact Information: Please DO NOT leave me a message within a Canvas assignment. You can contact me through Canvas under the Discussions Tab / Ask the Instructor if you have a general question about the course. I check this once per day (M-F) and will respond within 24 hrs. of reading your message. If you have a question that is specific to you, see the next page for several ways to contact me. I check email daily (M-F) and will respond to an email (M-F) within 24 hrs. of reading it. I respond to text messages ASAP, within 24-hrs.

2 Dr. Barbara Metzger, BCBA-D text: (936) 714-1249 (8 am – 8pm M-F) email: metzgerb@troy.edu (I check email at least once per day, M-F)

3 Required Textbook There is not a required textbook for this class. PDF Files of the chapters for each unit of material are posted in the Modules under the Materials/Lecture heading. Method of Evaluation All assignments must be submitted via Canvas. Emailed assignments will not be graded. A. Tests 1. With the exception of Test #1 (which covers course policies and the syllabus), the tests will be based upon the textbook, lecture, study questions, and the review activities. 2. All tests will consist of multiple choice, multiple answer, matching, and true/false questions. 3. Tests are graded automatically through Canvas, so you will know you score immediately. You can check the Grades tab to see your standing in the course. Depending on the scheduling of the live Teams meetings, during which we will discuss commonly missed concepts from the tests, you may receive feedback either the day following taking a test or a week and one day following taking a test. 4. There will be three live TEAMS meeting scheduled over the term to discuss the most commonly missed questions on the previous two tests. These will be recorded and posted for students who can’t meet live. These meetings are a great time for students to ask for clarification if there is something from lecture or the review activities that is not clear to you. If you can’t attend live, then it is fine for you to email me a question and I will add it to the meeting. If you have not used Microsoft TEAMS before, it is a free download that you can use on your computer or phone. It can take a few minutes to download, so don't wait until 2 minutes before the meeting is supposed to start. TEAMS Meeting Dates:  Thursday, November 9 th at 10:00 am (central time). Covers content from Tests 2 and 3. The link to join the meeting will be in Canvas at the top of the Modules.  Thursday, November 30 th at 10:00 am (central time). Covers content from Tests 4 and 5. The link to join the meeting will be in Canvas at the top of the Modules.

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4  Tuesday, December 12 th at 10:00 am (central time). Covers content from Test 6 and a little review for the final exam. The link to join the meeting will be in Canvas at the top of the Modules. B. Cumulative Exam 1. The Cumulative Exam will be given during the last week of class. It will consist of multiple choice, multiple answer, matching, and true/false questions. The Cumulative Exam will cover all material from the textbook, lecture, study questions, and review activities for the entire term. 2. Tests are graded automatically through Canvas, so you will know you score immediately. You can check the Grades tab to see your standing in the course. C. Understanding Research Assignments 1. You will be asked to read a total of five research articles during this class and then answer questions based on the articles. 2. Each of the articles use a different research methodology. For example, after we cover the textbook chapter on correlational research, we will read a research article which used correlational methods. Thus, students will not just be reading about research, they will have to apply information from the textbook to actual research. 3. For each of the first four articles, you should read the chapter, watch the lecture, watch the review activity and then do the research article last. It makes sense to learn about a research method before you read an article that uses that research method. 4. After you have read the article, there is a quiz that will ask you questions about the article. For example, to summarize the method and results section. a. The quiz is open-book and there is no time limit. b. You can take the quiz up to TWO times and Canvas is set to automatically keep your highest score. c. After you have completed the quiz, you will be able to see which questions are correct. Use the feedback provided for your response to (a) learn how to complete these assignments to prepare for the final and (b) improve your score across each time you take the quiz. 5. Quizzes are graded automatically through Canvas, so you will know you score immediately. You can check the Grades tab to see your standing in the course. 6. The first four articles are practice to help you complete the last one, which you will complete independently. That is, there will be no feedback on your responses and you can only take it one time.

5 D. Professional Literacy Quiz 1. As part of the assessment done by the college of education, all students taking Research Methods must take the Institutional Review Board (IRB) training and then take the Professional Literacy Quiz based upon the training. 2. After you have reviewed the IRB training, use the link posted in the module to access the Professional Literacy Quiz. DO NOT take the IRB quiz posted on the Troy website – this is the incorrect assessment. 3. As the Professional Literacy Quiz is administered by the psychology department’s assessment coordinator, and not by me, it is set up a little differently. When you complete the assessment, you will receive a score. Send that score to me (forward the email) and I will double the number of points as your grade. That is, if you score a perfect 25, I will enter 50 points in Canvas for your grade. ASSIGNMENT OF GRADES All grades will be posted in the student grade book in Canvas and will be assigned according to how many points the student earns across the semester. I do not grade on percent or average. I do not round up. There are a total possible 1000 points.  If a student earns between 900-1000 points, then the letter grade will be an A.  If the student earns between 800-899 points, then the letter grade will be a B.  If the student earns between 700-799 points, then the letter grade will be a C.  If the student earns between 600-699 points, then the letter grade will be a D.  Earning fewer than 600 points will result in a failing grade. Type of Evaluation Total Number Of Possible Points Total Possible Points Exam 1 200 200 Tests 6 60 360 Understanding Research Assignments #1-#4 4 60 240 Understanding Research Assignment #5 1 150 150 Professional Literacy Quiz 1 50 50 Total Possible 1000 Incomplete Grade Policy

6 Missing any part of the Course Schedule may prevent completion of the course. If circumstances prevent the student from completing the course by the end of the term, the student should complete a request for an incomplete grade. Note: A grade of incomplete or 'INC' is not automatically assigned to students, but rather must be requested by the student by submitting a Petition for and Work to Remove an Incomplete Grade Form. Requests for an incomplete grade must be made on or before the date of the final assignment or test of the term. The form will not be available after the last day of the term. A grade of 'INC' does not replace an 'F' and will not be awarded for excessive absences. An 'INC' will only be awarded to student presenting a valid case for the inability to complete coursework by the conclusion of the term. It is ultimately the instructor's decision to grant or deny a request for an incomplete grade, subject to the policy rules below. Policy/Rules for granting an Incomplete (INC) : 1. An incomplete cannot be issued without a request from the student. To qualify for an incomplete, the student must: 2. The student must have completed over 50% of the course material and have a documented reason for requesting incomplete (50% means all assignments/exams up to and including the mid-term point, test, and/or assignments.) 3. Be passing the course at the time of their request. 4. If the above criteria are not met an incomplete cannot be granted. 5. An INC is not a substitute for an 'F'. If a student has earned an 'F' by not submitting all the work or by receiving an overall 'F' average, then the 'F' stands. Academic Misconduct : Students should refer to the Standards of Conduct section of the Oracle, the student handbook, for policies regarding misconduct. Students who engage in academic misconduct may receive a grade of "F" for the course. Your work may be submitted to an on-line plagiarism detection service. Cheating, plagiarism, or knowingly furnishing false information to the University constitutes academic misconduct, and disciplinary procedures specified in the Student Handbook will be followed. 1. The exam and quizzes (except for Quiz #1) are NOT open book. Using notes, the textbook, etc. during an examination is cheating. Plagiarism: The College of Educations defines plagiarism as:  Three consecutive words that are not common professional language used from another source without quotation  Rephrasing another author's words without appropriate citation  Using another author's ideas or data without appropriate citation  Submitting another author's or student's writing as one's own

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7  Directly quoting a source without using appropriate APA or MLA style (whichever is required by the instructor) citation to show that it is a direct quote.  Intentionally taking information from a source and not giving appropriate credit Students who commit plagiarism will be subject to disciplinary actions as outlined in The Oracle for Academic Misconduct and violation of the Honor Code. The Standards of Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures define university procedures in these matters. Students have the right to request consideration by the Student Services Conduct Board. Consequences for plagiarism or cheating in Psychology 3311, Research Methods, are as follows: Failure of the course. There will be no second chances. Any cheating will automatically result in a failing grade for the course. Attendance Policy Students are expected to turn in assignments, take assessment, etc. every week of the class. Make-Up/Late Work Policy All materials will be available to students at least 2 weeks prior to the due date; thus, it is strongly advised that students work ahead to avoid unanticipated last-minute problems. No assignments will be accepted after the course is completed. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT : Troy University, under the guidelines of ADA and the Rehabilitation Act, makes reasonable accommodations for documented physical and mental limitations of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities. To provide the best possible services to students, employees, and visitors, Troy University has designated Disability Services Coordinators and Human Resources representatives on each campus as responsible parties for coordinating accommodations for persons with disabilities. For more information about physical access to building or grounds, academic or workplace accommodations, or other ADA related services, individuals should contact a Disability Services Coordinator or Human Resources representative on their campus of attendance. Specific information regarding the ADA, including contact information for responsible parties, can be found at the following link: https://www.troy.edu/about-us/offices- departments/human-resources/ada-policy.html College of Education Psychology Program

8 As a department of faculty and students dedicated to the Knowledge, Skills, Values, that are the Learning Goals for Undergraduate Psychology Majors, posited by American Psychology Association (APA)+ , we strive to help students reach the following learning goals and develop the values associated with the science and application of psychology. 1. Students will demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. 2. Student will understand and apply basic research methods in psychology. 3. Students will respect and use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and the scientific approach to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes. 4. Students will understand and apply psychological principles to personal, social, and organizational issues. 5. Students will be able to weigh evidence, tolerate ambiguity, act ethically, and reflect other values that are the underpinnings of psychology as a discipline. 6. Students will demonstrate information competence and the ability to use computers and other technology for many purposes. 7. Students will be able to communicate effectively in a variety of formats 8. Students will recognize, understand, and respect the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. 9. Students will develop insight into their own and other’s behavior and mental processes and apply effective strategies for self-management and self-improvement. 10. Students will emerge from the major with realistic ideas about how to implement their psychological knowledge, skills, and values in occupational pursuits, in a variety of settings. + Retrieved from http://www.apa.org/ed/precollege/about/psymajor-guidelines.pdf STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES (SLOs): 1) Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge and comprehension of major psychological concepts, theories, historical trends, and empirical findings in order to discuss how psychological principles apply to behavioral problems. 2) Develop scientific reasoning and problem solving, including effective research methods. Learn basic skills in interpreting behavior, studying research, and applying research designs in order to draw conclusions about psychological phenomena. 3) Demonstrate competence in writing and in oral and interpersonal communication skills. 4) Develop ethical and socially responsible behaviors for professional and personal settings in order to increase diversity. 5) Demonstrate the ability to apply psychology-specific content and skills, as well as, develop effective self-reflection, project-management, teamwork, and career preparation skills.

9 COURSE SCHEDULE Dates Topic(s) Activities Assignments All Assignments and Assessments Due on Sundays at 11:59 pm Unit 1 October 16 through October 22 1. Course Policies and Procedures 1a. Read the syllabus 1b. Review the Module tab in Canvas 1. Take Test #1: Course Policies and Procedures. (Covers all information in the syllabus and in the Canvas Modules) 2. Thinking Like a Scientist 2a. Read Chapter 1 PDF 2b. Watch Chapter 1 Lecture 2c. Review Activity #1 Dates Topic(s) Activities Assignments Unit 2 October 23 through October 29 1. Research Articles and Ethical Standards of the field 1a. Read Chapter 2 PDF 1b. Watch Chapter 2 Lecture 1c. Review Activity #2 2. Test #2 2. Study Chapters 1 and 2 2. Test #2 3. Defining and Measuring Variables 3a. Read Chapter 3 PDF 3b. Watch Chapter 3 Lecture 3c. Review Activity #3

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10 Dates Topic(s) Activities Assignments Unit 3 October 30 through November 5 1. Descriptive Methods 1a. Read Chapter 4 PDF 1b. Watch Chapter 4 Lecture 1c. Review Activity #4 2. Research Article 2a. Read example of a research study using descriptive methods. 2b. Watch video 2. Understanding Research Assignment #1 3. Test #3 3. Study Chapters 3 and 4 3. Test #3 Dates Topic(s) Activities Assignments Unit 4 November 6 through November 12 1. Correlational Methods 1a. Read Chapter 6 PDF 1b. Watch Chapter 6 Lecture 1c. Review Activity #5 2. Research Article 2a. Read example of a research study using correlational methods 2b. Watch video 2. Understanding Research Assignment #2 3. Single-Subject Designs 3a. Read Chapter 13 PDF 3b. Watch Chapter 13 Lecture 3c. Review Activity #6

11 Dates Topic(s) Activities Assignments Unit 5 November 13 through November 19 1. Research Article 1. Example of a research study using single-subject designs 1. Understanding Research Assignment #3 3. Test #4 3. Study Chapters 6 and 13 3. Test #4 Dates Topic(s) Activities Assignments Unit 6 November 20 through November 26 1. Ethics in Research 1a. Read Ethics PDF 1. Review Activity #7 2. Ethics in Research 2. Complete institutional review board training 2. Take the Professional Literacy Quiz (you must use the provided link and not use the link on Troy U’s website). Forward the email with your score to me. 3. Test #5 3. Study Ethics PDF 3. Test #5

12 Dates Topic(s) Activities Assignments Unit 7 November 27 through December 03 1. Group Designs 1a. Read Chapter 9 PDF 1b. Answer study questions for Chapter 9 1c. Review Activity #8 2. Factorial Designs 2a. Read Chapter 12 PDF 2b. Watch Chapter 12 Lecture 2c. Review Activity #9 3. Research Article 3a. Read example of a research study using experimental methods 3b. Watch video 3. Understanding Research Assignment #4 Dates Topic(s) Activities Assignments Unit 8 December 04 through December 10 1. Test #6 1. Study Chapters 9 and 12 Study Questions 1. Test #6 2. Final Research Article 2. Independently Read Research Article 2. Understanding Research Assignment #5 Dates Topic(s) Activities Assignments Unit 9 December 11 through December 17 1. Cumulative Exam 1. Study all chapters 1. Final Exam

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