James Wages, Ph.D.

Psychological Scientist

Courses


The following includes courses I teach at the University of Central Arkansas.


Research Methods

PSYC 2331 Research Methods

This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. We focus on the basics of producing and consuming research in psychological science and writing in the style of psychological scientists.


Social Psychology

PSYC 3335 Social Psychology

This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of how humans think about, feel toward, and interact with others, including the dynamic contexts that influence these processes.


Psychology Apprenticeship

PSYC 4301/4302 Psychology Apprenticeship I & II

This collaborative learning lab course provides students with the tools to apply the scientific method to empirical questions in social psychology, from study design and construction to collection and analysis of data to the presentation of findings.


Psychology in Context

PSYC 4311 Psychology in Context

In this active and collaborative learning course, we focus on the historical contexts, key figures, and landmark studies that shaped modern psychology; we also work to develop professional skills.