This course involves a detailed presentation of the various methods used by psychologists in experimental research and design, as well as the statistical techniques which are used to analyze data. Both parametric and non-parametric techniques are reviewed along with various experimental and quasi-experimental designs. Topics include hypothesis testing and the experimental method, choosing appropriate statistical techniques, threats to internal and external validity, and varieties of experimental control and randomization. Students will be expected to perform statistical procedures on sample data sets and draw conclusions from the results of statistical analyses.

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This course explores the relationship between brain functions and human behavior. Topics include neuroanatomical brain structure and development; neuropsychological functioning as it relates to sensory, motor, perceptual, emotional, linguistic, and cognitive abilities; organic syndromes and impairment; and the assessment and rehabilitation of various forms of central nervous system impairment.

This course covers various topics relating to cognitive and emotional influences on behavior. The focus is on the process and representations involved in memory, concept formation, speech and language, problem solving, creativity, reasoning, and emotion. Findings from experimental cognitive psychology and cognitive neuropsychology will be considered.

This course provides an understanding of human behavior as a function of social and cultural factors. Social psychology topics covered include social influence theory, attitude formation and change, social cognition, interpersonal perception, obedience and conformity, altruism, aggression, and stereotyping. The influence of factors such as cultural, racial, gender, and age differences on clinical practice are discussed.

This course explores the norms, transitions, and crises in the development of individuals from birth to old age. Theories and research findings involving cognitive, emotional, social, and personality development are covered. Emphasis is given to the interaction of the person and the environment while covering topics such as attachment, care giving, gender, and cognition. Comparisons across cultures, races, and socio-economic statuses will be included.

This course involves an examination of current issues related to the classification and diagnosis of abnormal behavior and psychological states. Dimensional, descriptive, and categorical approaches to classification are reviewed, with emphasis on the current forms of adult psychopathology found in the DSM. Topics include the symptomatology, etiology, developmental patterns, and treatment approaches to various diagnostic categories. Empirical findings, methodological concerns, and conceptual issues are discussed.

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This course is required of all MS students in the Research Concentration. Students are actively involved in the preparation, literature review, research design, data collection, analysis, or writing of a masters' thesis. Students must register with a faculty advisor when enrolling in this course.

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The GERO 557 course provides students with the knowledge and basic skills necessary for undertaking project development, planning, and scheduling. Students will work on project scenarios in which they will learn strategies that will ensure solid project outcomes through optimizing project selection approaches related to organizational culture, developing work plans and scopes, undertaking project risk assessment, facilitating effective project communication plans, managing schedules and maximizing available resources through industry standard procedures.

The GERO 558 course provides students with the knowledge and basic skills necessary for undertaking project execution, monitoring, and closure. Students will work on project scenarios in which they will learn strategies that will ensure quality project outcomes through enhanced understanding of leadership styles, optimization of building the right project team, utilization of progress monitoring, and effective communication of results through operational and visual reporting methods.

GERO 585/HSCI 622 provides students with the background, tools and ability necessary to secure competitive grant funds from private and public grant makers for nonprofit agencies.

SOC 513 focuses on strategies for identifying and applying for program development funding for schools, community service programs, and other non-profit organizations, as well as research and evaluation projects. Students will explore the various facets of learning about potential funding agencies and programs, designing fundable projects, and develop grant proposals tailored to their or their programs' needs and interests.

The GERO 571 course is designed to guide those who consume evaluation information as well as those who want to serve as evaluators.

The HSCI 621 course will introduce students to the principles of program evaluation and its applications. Students will design summative and formative evaluations of health and human services, collect and analyze data, determine strengths and weaknesses of various programs and services, document results, and make recommendations regarding program development and improvement.

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