As part of your psychology course, you have the opportunity to participate in research studies outside of class through the Psychology Department Course Credit Participant Pool. By participating, you are contributing to cutting-edge psychological research. Results from these studies help to inform and advance what we currently know about psychology, so it is crucial that you take each study seriously and make every effort to provide quality responses.
Our goal is to make this experience both interesting and educational. By participating, you will better understand current psychological research and how they are conducted. You will also be providing valuable assistance to the researchers who depend on your cooperation for the successful completion of their studies. Your time and effort are sincerely appreciated!
The Psychology Department conducts these studies in accordance with the ethical procedures established by the campus Institutional Research Board (IRB) and the Department’s Human Subjects Committee (HSC). If you have moral or ethical concerns with participating in research, please contact your instructor for an alternative assignment. Below is a list of rights and responsibilities that you have as a participant in these studies. Note that you must be at least 18 years old to participate.