SPYF 530 Applied Research Methods for School Psychologists

This course will introduce the concept of inquiry and various research methods used in education and psychology. The primary focus of this course is to critically analyze information, whether it is presented as a report or the analysis of data. examine how to be a good consumer of research, a good consumer of instructional materials and tests. In addition, learn and use methods to evaluate Single Case Data. also develop skills to become critical consumers of instructional materials, standardized tests, and assessment tools. This includes evaluating alignment with standards, examining cultural responsiveness, reviewing psychometric properties (e.g., validity, reliability, fairness), and assessing the appropriateness of materials for diverse learners.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None