There will also be three in-class essay examinations. Due dates will be evenly spaced throughout the semester. Writing in essay examinations are graded for organization, argument, clarity, and specificity of examples in addition to content. Students are required to complete one research report based on a group research project. Students write eight laboratory reports in which text is combined with figures and tables to describe and explain laboratory experiences.
Writing is assessed most likely in essay examinations and a term paper.
Students write six research proposals of 8-10 pages. The proposals must be written according to the style requirements of the American Psychological Association. Homework will entail quantitative and qualitative analyses of data. Exams will consist of short answer items. The project will report on the development of a measure of a psychological construct and will be about 12 pages in length.