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PSCH 242

Introduction to Research in Psychology

Psychology

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
2.72
Easiness
2.00
Total regs
3,903

Grade Distribution

Based on all available term-level grade data for this course

Avg GPA
2.72
A
35.6%
1386
B
30.0%
1167
C
17.1%
668
D
6.3%
246
F
5.5%
214
W
5.5%
215
Visual total
3,896
Other
7
Total regs
3,903

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
2.72
Easiness
2.00
Pass rate
89.0%
Using A, B, C, D as passing
Withdrawal rate
5.5%
Based on visible distribution
Most common grade
A
Students counted
3,896
A through F plus W

PSCH 242 by Professor

Ranked highest to lowest GPA — using A, B, C, D, and F outcomes only

#1
Prims, Julia
3.41
RMP
NR
Graded
437
Total regs
446
#2
Chen, Jing
3.09
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About This Class

Techniques and problems associated with the study of behavior. Introduction to statistical inference, probability distributions, sampling, and hypothesis testing (e.g., t-tests). Course Information: Consult the class schedule for details on the method of instruction. Courses taught in online or hybrid formats involve heavy computer usage; computer and internet access are required. Labs will require use of statistical software. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in PSCH 100 . Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture.

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RMP
4.1
Graded
430
Total regs
442
#3
Baker, Christopher Albert
2.97
RMP
4.6
Graded
145
Total regs
150
#4
Staahl, Tomas Kenth
2.48
RMP
3.6
Graded
733
Total regs
801
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Professor
Avg GPA
RMP
Graded
Total regs
  • 1
    Prims, Julia
    3.41
    NR
    437
    446
  • 2
    Chen, Jing
    3.09
    4.1
    430
    442
  • 3
    Baker, Christopher Albert
    2.97
    4.6
    145
    150
  • 4
    Staahl, Tomas Kenth
    2.48
    3.6
    733
    801
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