Statistical Methods and Psychological Research

Paper Code: 
24CPSY401
Credits: 
04
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable students to understand and apply statistical methods and psychological research techniques, including data analysis, test construction, and the use of both qualitative and quantitative methods.

 

Course Outcomes: 

COURSE

Learning Outcomes

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

24CPSY401

Statistical Methods and Psychological Research

(Theory)

 

CO31: Analyse the statistics necessary to solve problems including descriptive statistics tests.

CO32: Examine the basic properties of normal probability curves. Explain the logic and appropriate applications of statistical analyses for univariate or bivariate research designs, problems, or hypotheses.

CO33: Appraise the basic principles and need of psychological measurement.

CO34: Develop an understanding of functions of tests as well as test construction and standardization.

CO35: Acquire knowledge to effectively understand the psychometric strengths and weaknesses of tests. 

CO36: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction.

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion,

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, application based questions, Seminar presentation,

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Assignments, Presentation,

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Introduction:

Scales of measurement, graphical representation of data- Histogram, Bar graph, Frequency polygon. Introduction to Parametric and Non-Parametric test;

Data Analysis: Measures of central tendency: Mean, median, mode (properties and computation). Measure of Dispersion: Range, Quartile Deviation, Standard deviation (properties and computation)

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Normal Probability Curve:

Characteristics of Normal Distribution and NPC

Correlation: Pearson Method and Rank order correlation (Properties and Computation)

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Psychological Testing:

Nature, scope and history of Psychological Testing, Reliability, Validity, Norms

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Principles of Psychological test construction:

Types of tests, Steps in test construction, item analysis (speed test and power test).

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Qualitative Methods:

Interview, questionnaire, Survey, Observation, Experimental, Ex post facto

Quantitative Methods: Rating Scale, Q-sort, Sociometry, Sematic Differential Scale.

Essential Readings: 
  • Minium, E.W., King, B.M., & Bear G. (1993). Statistical Reasoning in Psychology and Education. New York: John Wiley Publication.
  • Garrett, H. E. (2004). Statistics in Psychology and Education. New Delhi : Paragon International Publishers.
  • Mangal, S.K. (2002). Statistics in Psychology and Education(2nd Edition). Delhi : McGraw Hill Publication.

 

Suggested Readings  :

  • Broota, K.D. (1992). Experimental Design in Behavioral Research.  New Delhi : Wiley Eastern Publication.
  • Siegel, S. (1994). Non-Parametric Statistics. New York : McGraw Hill Publication.
  • Guilford, J.P. Fundamental Statistics in Psychology and Education. New York : McGraw Hill Publication.
  • Sen, A.K. (1976). Sandlers ‘A’ Test. A Simple Statistics for correlated samples. Journal of Psychological Researches. 20, 16-20.
  • Welkowitz, J., Ewen, R.B., and Cohen, J. (1982). Introduction to Statistics for Behavioral Sciences. New York : Academic Press.
  • Winer, B.J. (1971).  Statistical Principles in Experimental Design. New York : McGraw Hill Publication.
  • Fergusen, G.A. (1971). Statistical Analysis in Psychology and Education. 3rdEdition. New Delhi : McGraw Hill Publication.

 

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Academic Year: 
2024-25
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