PSYC 4173 Research Practicum in Judgment and Decision-Making

Name: Research Practicum in Judgment and Decision-Making
Rating: 4.69 (82 reviews)

This course explores the scientific study of how different cognitive systems interact with environmental factors to shape individuals' preferences, choices, and judgments. We will discuss empirical research articles related to judgment and decision making and conduct our own experiments. We will cover topics including research ethics, constructing experimental variables, experiment design and methodologies, and how to write an APA-style research report.

Course overview

Department: Psychology and Neuroscience
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Annually

Catalog details

Prerequisites: PSYC1120 or BIOL2300 or BZAN1135 or ECON1151 or PHCG3560 or SOCY2200

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Requirements fulfilled

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Official evaluation summary

4.69 / 5

Based on 82 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Regan Bernhard
Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023, Spring 2023 · Official rating 4.86/5

Sections

Section 01
Fall 2026 · Regan Bernhard · Mcguinn Hall 11 M 09:30AM-12:00 Noon · Offered