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The Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto is one of the world's leading departments in the scientific study of the mind, brain, and behavior. It is highly ranked globally for research productivity and impact, combining excellence with accessibility. The department is committed to equipping the next generation of psychologists with the skills and knowledge to graduate with pride, healthy habits of mind, and meaningful ways of knowing.
In this course, we study with Dr. Angela Duckworth and Dr. Claire Robertson-Kraft. Through an exploration their work 'True Grit' and interviews with researchers and practitioners, you develop a research hypothesis and learn how to understand the difference between internal and external validity. You also begin to understand and apply the strengths and weaknesses associated with different types of measurements and evaluation designs. You then interpret the results in an empirical study.