PSYCH 532 - Design and Analysis in Psychological Research II

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-2)

Examination of advanced experimental design and data analysis methods commonly used in psychological research, including analysis of variance (ANOVA), multiple regression/correlation (MRC), and linear-mixed effects (LME) modeling. A major component involves examination of the statistical methodology and assumptions underlying each of the designs. Fixed, random and mixed-effects models are discussed as well as effect size, power and the investigation of differences among means. To gain proficiency with the techniques, students will be required to complete weekly assignments using statistical software. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students with priority to those in Psychology. PSYCH 531 or equivalent. [Faculty of Science]