Research Methods in Psychology PG (10112.4)

Required texts

All required and recommended readings are available at no cost via the unit's UCLearn site.

Suggested readings:

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

Additional information

1. Work on assessment items is expected throughout the teaching period
2. Early communication of problems is strongly advised
3. During the first four weeks of semester, assess whether you are making satisfactory progress and are meeting the unit requirements. If not, withdraw by Census Date.
4. To apply for an extension, use the assignment extension form available on the UCLearn site
5. Assessment submitted after the original due date may be returned at a later date than for original on-time submissions

Special assessment requirements

Partial final marks will be rounded to the nearest whole. For example:

• less than or equal to 64.49% will be rounded down to 64%
• greater than or equal to 64.50% will be rounded up to 65%

Academic integrity

Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.

To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.

Use of Text-Matching Software

The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.

Generative AI

Generative artificial intelligence (genAI) tools such as ChatGPT can aid but should not replace independent thinking. If using genAI tools for the assessment, acknowledge their use using APA-style citations and references which include a shared link to the conversation. Acknowledgement is not required for low-level tasks such as improving spelling, grammar, and quality of written expression.

You are responsible for content you submit. Be aware of limitations of genAI tools such as inaccuracies, biases, and incomplete content. GenAI tools work best for topics you already understand, with carefully crafted prompting based on peer-reviewed research. Refine prompts for better results and fact-check generated content. Despite the risks, genAI tools can aid brainstorming, concept explanation, synthesis of ideas, and improve the readability and quality of written expression.

If you are unsure, post to the discussion forum, so we can all learn together.

For more information, see the detailed genAI guidelines on the UCLearn site.

Learner engagement

Suggested workload allocation:

Inclusion and engagement

Let the unit convener know if you have special requirements to support your learning.

Participation requirements

Workshop attendance is strongly recommended.

Required IT skills

Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills and a working knowledge of jamovi and/or SPSS are assumed.

In-unit costs

None

Work placement, internships or practicums

None

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