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Unit of study_

PSYC3010: Advanced Statistics for Psychology

Semester 2, 2020 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

This unit of study expands upon students' knowledge of the general linear model and its applications in the analysis of data from psychological research. One half of the unit introduces students to contrast analysis and interaction analyses as an extension of ANOVA, which allows for more focused analysis of data where group comparisons are the primary interest. Another half focuses on multiple regression and its extensions, which are used when the primary interest is to predict or explain a particular variable based on a set of other variables.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	PSYC3010
Academic unit	Psychology Academic Operations
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	PSYC2012 plus at least one other Intermediate Psychology Unit of Study from PSYC2010 and PSYC2910 and PSYC2011 and PSYC2911 and PSYC2013 and PSYC2014 and PSYC2015 and PSYC2915 and PSYC2016 and PSYC2017
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Sabina Kleitman, sabina.kleitman@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Daniel Costa, daniel.costa@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Alice Lo, alice.lo@sydney.edu.au
	Matt Blanchard, matthew.blanchard@sydney.edu.au
	Oliver Tan, oliver.tan@sydney.edu.au
	Marvin Law, marvin.law@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Final exam (Take-home extended release)	Final exam Short answers	40%	Formal exam period	48 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Online task	On-line ANOVA and MR quizzes MCQ	20%	Multiple weeks	on-going and progressive
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	ANOVA assignment Assignment	20%	Week 07	1000 words
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Regression assignment Submitted work	20%	Week 10	500-1000 words
Outcomes assessed:
= Type E final exam ?

Assessment summary

ANOVA assignment: This assignment is based on lecture and tutorial material from weeks 1-6 (inclusive). You will be required to analyse a dataset of a factorial ANOVA using SPSS to answer contrast questions, interpret the output, and write a brief report. Reports will be evaluated on the basis of the appropriateness of analyses and contrasts to answer the research questions
Regression assignment: This assignment is based on lecture and tutorial material from weeks 7-9 (inclusive). You will be required to analyse a dataset using SPSS, to perform and interpret regression analyses correctly and competently to address the postulated assignment requirements. You will be evaluated based on the appropriate use of SPSS to conduct regression analyses, valid interpretation of SPSS output and conclusions drawn, and competency of your overall output addressing assignment requirements.
ANOVA & Regression quizzes: There will be a number of multiple-choice on-line quizzes for each ANOVA and Regression parts of the course. The quizzes are based on lecture and tutorial material from weeks 1-6 (inclusive) for ANOVA part and weeks 7-12 (inclusive) for Regression part. You will be evaluated based on appropriate understanding and interpretation of information provided, including SPSS output in light of theory, research design and postulated questions. Quizzes will be available progressively on-line (to specified deadlines) throughout the semester for assessment, in weeks 1-6 for ANOVA part and in weeks 7-12 for Regression part. The quizzes are not compulsory.

More information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	GLM and ANOVA	Lecture (1 hr)
	Contrasts: formulation and testing	Lecture (1 hr)
	ANOVA and Contrasts	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 02	Contrasts: trend analysis, orthogonality	Lecture (1 hr)
	Contrasts: adjusting for type 1 errors	Lecture (1 hr)
	Contrasts	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 03	Two-way ANOVA model part 1	Lecture (1 hr)
	Two-way ANOVA model part 2	Lecture (1 hr)
	Trend Contrasts	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 04	Two-way ANOVA: interaction contrasts	Lecture (1 hr)
	Repeated measures 1	Lecture (1 hr)
	Multifactor ANOVA	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 05	Repeated measures 2	Lecture (1 hr)
	Contrasts for 2-way ANOVA designs	Lecture (1 hr)
	Repeated measures	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 06	Mixed designs 1	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 06	Mixed designs 2 and extensions	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 07	Simple linear regression: revision and extension	Lecture (1 hr)
	Multiple regression 1: introduction	Lecture (1 hr)
	Regression 1	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 08	Multiple regression 2: more detail	Lecture (1 hr)
	Multiple regression 3: more detail	Lecture (1 hr)
	Multiple regression 2	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 09	Multiple regression 4: 3+ variables	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 09	Different types 1	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 10	Different types 2	Lecture (1 hr)
	Continuous variables and interactions	Lecture (1 hr)
	Three types of multiple regression	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 11	Categorical and continuous variables, more on interactions	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 11	Interactions and curves	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 12	Summary; reliability and assumptions	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Assumptions	Lecture (1 hr)
	Summary and revisions	Lecture (1 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

F2F tutorials (in person, in a lab at the University) are provided on relevant weeks. Same contents on-line zoom tutorials are offered. This semester, students can choose which mode of delivery suits best their circumstances and register to either F2F or zoom tutorials accordingly.

Students taking zoom tutorials will need to upload their answers to the tutorial questions on Canvas by 5 pm on Friday of the relevant week. Serious attempts only will count as tutorial participation.

Students attending F2F tutorials do not need to upload their answers on Canvas. Their tutorial participation will be marked as the attendance of a relevant tutorial.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed through the Library eReserve, available on Canvas.

Keith, Z. T. (2006-2014). Multiple Regression and Beyond. Pearson New International Edition. USA: Pearson Education, Inc.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. develop a thorough understanding of techniques of statistical inference used in psychological research, including the ability to conduct and interpret analyses
LO2. understand, apply, and evaluate research methods in Psychology, including research design, advanced data analysis and interpretations, and the appropriate use of terminology
LO3. use critical thinking to solve problems related to psychological inquiry
LO4. value empirical evidence; act ethically and professionally
LO5. communicate effectively in a variety of formats and in a variety of contexts
LO6. develop an awareness of the applications of the statistical theory and research design in psychology to examine problems in everyday life and in society

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

No changes have been made since this unit was last offered.

Additional information

SPSS software: Purchasing SPSS software is strongly recomended but not essential for this course. The Learning Hub computers across campus have SPSS installed. Students may wish to purchase a copy of IBM SPSS Statistics from varous providers. Discounted licences are often offered. Versions 26 and 27 for Mac and PC are the latest versions, but earlier versions are more than adequate. Please note that the SPSS Base Grad pack is a limited version that DOES NOT allow you to run all the analyses you need (i.e., it is not suitable for this course). It is your responsibility to check version/operating system compatibility. Note that SPSS is available via the ICT Virtual Desktops located in the Access labs and University Libraries, and can also be accessed online through Bring Your Own Device (BYOD).
Contesting marks: Students do not have an automatic right to request re-marking of class work or exam papers, but they are
encouraged to discuss the assessment of their work with members of the teaching staff. Before doing so, students must make sure they have read and understood any written comments already supplied by the marker.

Additional costs

There are no additional costs for this unit. Purchasing the SPSS licence is recommended but optional .

Disclaimer

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Unit details and rules

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Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Additional costs

Disclaimer

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