Module AT4300-KP06
Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences and Neurosciences (ForVerNeu)
Duration
1 Semester
Turnus of offer
each winter semester
Credit points
6
Course of studies, specific fields and terms:
- Master Auditory Technology 2022, compulsory, Auditory Technology
Classes and lectures:
- PY2300-V: Basics in statistics 2 (lecture, 2 SWS)
- AT4300-Ü: Basics in statistics 2 (exercise, 1 SWS)
- AT4300-S: Research methods: Imaging and biosignal analysis (seminar, 1 SWS)
Workload:
- 20 hours exam preparation
- 100 hours private studies and exercises
- 60 hours in-classroom work
Contents of teaching:
- Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)
- General linear model, incl.simple and multiple regression, outlier testing
- Relationship of ANOVA and Regression
- Robust testing
- Basics of non-parametric testing
- CLINICAL AND NEUROSCIENTIFIC RESEARCH METHODS:
- An introduction to the relevant research methods, incl. PET, fMRI, EEG, eye tracking
Qualification-goals/Competencies:
- Mastering and judging basic concepts and techniques in analysis of variance and regression
- Applying this new knowledge in solving statistical problems and in interpreting statistical results
- Experience in working with statistical software packages
- Extended ability to choose the adequate methods for a given research problem
Grading through:
- written exam
Responsible for this module:
Literature:
- Eid, M., Gollwitzer, M. & Schmitt, M. : Statistik und Forschungsmethoden Beltz. 1. Auflage, 2010
- Wirtz, M., Nachtigall, C. : Wahrscheinlichkeitsrechnung und Inferenzstatistik. Statistische Methoden für Psychologen Teil 2 Beltz Juventa. 6. Auflage, 2012
Language:
- German and English skills required
Notes:
Prerequisites for attending the module:- None
Prerequisites for the exam:
- Successful submission of exercises and a presentation
Modul exam:
- AT4300-L1: Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences and Neurosciences, written exam, 100& of modul grade
The module examination is considered to have been completed if it was graded with at least sufficient.
Last Updated:
08.06.2021