PSYC 300 - Methods of Inquiry

This course emphasizes qualitative research skills and methods of inquiry. Topics include case studies, observational methods, interview techniques, questionnaires and surveys. Students will also be exposed to information about self assessment, creating and maintaining client files, confidentiality, legal concerns, minority and affirmative action issues, demographic trends and actuarial systems, agency policies, advocacy and interfaces of service agencies with other community resources. Students will learn inquiry and writing skills and hermeneutic research approaches via laboratory experiences, community agency activities and cross disciplinary collaborations. Methods of inquiry for use with culturally diverse groups will also be addressed.

Prerequisites: PSYC 157 AND PSYC 200 AND CO2 course

Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)