32034 - Laboratory (2) (2nd cycle) (G.C)

Learning outcomes

The content of the laboratory varies from year to year, but is aimed at giving the student a professional competence on the various areas of study in the degree program.

Course contents

The laboratory addresses the scientific method and then examines the strengths and weaknesses of a range of approaches, such as those based on laboratory experimentation. Ethical principles of research will also be introduced.

The ultimate goal of the lab is to provide students with the knowledge necessary for critical thinking about possible applications of research in the field of cognitive science.

Students with disabilities and Specific Learning Disorders (SLD)

Students with disabilities or Specific Learning Disorders have the right to special adjustments according to their condition, following an assessment by the Service for Students with Disabilities and SLD. Please do not contact the instructor but get in touch with the Service directly to schedule an appointment. It will be the responsibility of the Service to determine the appropriate adjustments. For more information, visit the page: https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students .

It is recommended that students contact the University office in advance. Any proposed adjustments must be submitted at least 15 days in advance for the instructor’s approval, who will evaluate their appropriateness in relation to the learning objectives of the course.

Readings/Bibliography

The complete reference bibliography will be provided at the first meeting.

The professor will provide useful materials during the lectures.

- Research Methods in Psychology for Dummies, Dempster M., & Hanna, D. WILEY, 2015.

Teaching methods

Lectures using power point presentations, practical exercises, group discussions and group work.

Assessment methods

Sharing of group work by oral presentation, supported by power point.

In the case of attendance of 10 lectures or less, the group work must be supplemented with individual work on an article indicated by the lecturer to obtain eligibility.

Teaching tools

Slides, audiovisual materials, papers.

Participation in experimental sessions for in-depth exploration of consolidated and new paradigms.

Office hours

See the website of Claudia Scorolli