The course objectives have been aligned with the recommended outcomes from the American Psychological Association and the WNC requirements for sophomore level general education courses. The outcomes students are expected to attain are:

1. Develop ability to think critically about data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
2. Demonstrate ability to calculate solutions to common statistical problems.
3. Interpret results responsibly and in plain English.
4. Appreciate the conceptual and quantitative strengths and weaknesses of behavioral science research.
5. Become proficient with statistical software in order to analyze data and interpret results.
6. Ability to discriminate between statistical significance and functional significance.
7. Ability to detect political dogma and pseudo science that often masquerades as behavioral science "research".
8. Ability to discriminate quantitatively and objectively, rather than qualitatively and emotionally, between two or more competing theories.

Educational Psychology can be used for all degrees and certificates of achievement offered at WNC. It is most strongly linked to missions for general education and the two primary transfer degrees, AA and AS. This course helps meet the AA and AS student learning outcomes by helping prepare students to transfer successfully to baccalaureate degree programs.

General Education Program Outcomes Linkage

Students in statistical methods are expected to demonstrate they are making progress toward meeting four of the general education student learning outcomes:

• College-level skills in writing.
• Understand and apply social science principles.
• Problem-solving, creative, and critical thinking skills.
• Can use appropriate college-level mathematical skills.