Descriptive statistics, elements of probability theory, and basic ideas of statistical inference. Topics include frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, commonly occurring distributions (binomial, normal, etc.), estimation, and testing of hypotheses. Prerequisite: high school algebra. (Gen.Ed. R2)

[Note: Because this course presupposes knowledge of basic math skills, it will satisfy the R1 requirement upon successful completion.]

This is a seminar on infant development. The course will be part lecture and part student presentation. Grades will be based on student participation, student presentations, midterm, and final paper.

Basic professional and paraprofessional skills of applied behavior analysis. Topics include: goals and objectives, observational recordings, ethics, selection of procedures; increasing, teaching, and reducing behavior via positive procedures; evaluation. Prerequisites: introductory psychology and consent of instructor.

The course will address the impact and consequences of developmental disabilities and related disorders on the psychological functioning of families - parents, siblings, grandparents, and other extended family members. It will also include a focus on the sociological and public policy implications of disability for society.

This is a writing-intensive course that fulfills the University's Junior Writing requirement. Each section focuses on a particular aspect of current issues in psychology. The topic is selected based on the expertise of the teaching staff. All sections share similar writing assignments, ranging from in-class short writing assignments to lengthy papers that include literature review. Classes emphasize discussion and extensive peer review of written work. Topics for individual sections will not be available until shortly before the start of the semester.

This weekly seminar will be focused on increasing students? knowledge base about current psychological topics related to diversity in research and applied settings and fostering students? professional development (e.g., providing education about different career paths and graduate school) to prepare students for future careers in psychology with a strong foundation in diversity-related topics.

The purpose of this course is to give students a basic understanding of the biological concepts needed to be successful in Behavioral Neuroscience and/or Behavioral Neuroendocrinology. Students who have not taken college level Intro Bio or AP Bio are strongly encouraged to take this course before enrolling in Behavioral Neuroscience. The course is designed as a survey of biological processes related to Neuroscience. Topics covered will include the structure and function of DNA, animal cells, and neurons.

The primary goal of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to developmental psychology and to the scientific study of development. It is intended that this course may serve as a foundation for future courses in Child Psychology. Thus, a broad range of topics will be covered and no one topic will be covered in depth. We will cover the major domains of development ? biological, cognitive, social, and emotional development - from the prenatal period chronologically, covering each age of the child in turn.

Research methods in psychology including single subject and group experiments, case studies, psychological test construction and observational field techniques. Emphasis on hands-on experience in labs and on lab reports.