SSHA1003 Psychology as a Science

Learning Objectives:

1.1 Define psychology as a science

1.5 Explain the scientific method

1.6 Describe the following research methods used in psychology:

1.6.1 Case Study / 1.6.2 Psychometric Techniques / 1.6.3 Naturalistic Observation 
1.6.4 Clinical Observation / 1.6.5 Correlational Method / 1.6.6 Experiment

1.7 Describe the importance of research ethics in psychology research

1.8 Research a simple topic using the scientific method

1.9 Identify sources of bias and/or ethical issues in sample research scenarios