Research Methods in Human Development.
Taking Fall 2004 Semester.
Description: Addresses the scientific concepts and principles central to the study of human behavior and development. Students will learn about basic research methods in studying human behavior in developmental context and will participate in the experiential actives, such as conduction observations and collecting self-report data. Major themes: goals of developmental research, fundamental research design, types of measurements, elements of good scientific writing, and ethical issues in the study of human development.
written on July 6, 2004; modified on July 12, 2004.