Frequently Asked Questions:
- What kind of research do
you do and how can I get involved as an undergraduate research
assistant? Most of my current research is focused
on consumer psychology, although I have published on a variety of topics (see
my community of science
profile for more information). SIUE students interested in becoming
research assistants (by enrolling in Psyc 491, Research in Psychology)
should be aware that admission to my lab is selective.
Normally I work through SIUE's URCA program.
Students selected to work in my lab must have a demonstrated track record of
conscientiousness. Students can expect to learn how to create experiment or survey materials,
collect data, enter data into SPSS and explore data. In some instances students may run more advanced analyses and co-author conference posters with me.
The lab runs somewhat like a small business; tasks are delegated to students and students receive training,
make regular progress reports and have the freedom and responsibility to solve problems under my supervision.
Please email
me if you are interested. You may also want
to check SIUE's URCA
web site to discover which psychology professors are currently looking
for URCA research assistants.
- Where
can I get research questionnaires? Read the
excellent instructions on the resource center
webpage.
- How can
I get more out of my textbook reading? Learn about the SQ3R
method.
- How can
I get a better return on my investment in my education? Use
deep learning strategies instead of memorizing.
- Where
can I download an MS Word template for an APA-formatted paper?
Right
here.
- Do you
do any consulting? On a very selective basis, I
do a variety of consulting related to statistics, survey design, program
evaluation and assessment. I have expertise in research
methods, data analysis and principles of social influence (e.g., persuasion and compliance strategies). Learn more about the Department of Psychology's DATA Consultants.
- What graduate programs are offered at SIUE? Read
about our popular master's
degree programs here. Then learn about the accomplishments
of psychology faculty, staff and students
here.
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