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Psych 499 A-B-C Important Information Tuesday May 6 th, 2014

Today’s Session Psychology Library Liaison – Tim Ireland, REG Coordinator & Ethics Administrator – Michelle Manios, PAS 3013, Psych 499 Coordinator – Fall 2013-Spring 2014: Dr. Wendi Adair, PAS 4046, – Fall 2014-Spring 2015: Dr. Ramona Bobocel, PAS 4031 Psych 499 Administrative Support – Theresa Bauer, PAS 4053,

General Remarks The Honours Thesis is a unique opportunity – apprenticeship in how to conduct research from start to finish – individual attention and work with faculty member and graduate students – excellent choice if you are thinking of graduate school – capstone experience for undergraduate honours degree

General Remarks Finding Information on Psych Dept. Web Page – Current Undergrad Students Courses – Psych 499 A/B/C Information on: – Honours thesis handbook – Orientation meetings – Deadlines & Important dates – Oral Presentation Schedule – Contact information – And more…..

General Remarks Supervisors Course format Common mistakes Additional opportunities

Supervisors Finding a supervisor – Contact faculty members after you have enrolled in Psych 499A the semester before you plan to start the thesis – You might have to ask several different profs – contact first with: Unofficial transcript Statement of interest (why do you want to work with this particular faculty member) What terms you hope to enroll in Psych 499A/B/C Request an appointment to meet in person

Supervisors Selecting a thesis topic – Consider an on-going project in the faculty member’s lab or suggesting an idea of your own – If suggesting your own topic, Be prepared to explain why this topic interests you What have you already read on this topic Topic needs to be narrow enough to develop a clear research question and specific, testable hypotheses

Supervisors Supervision styles – Some are structured others are less so – It is up to you to establish and maintain contact with your supervisor – Plan accordingly if your supervisor is going on sabbatical – Be sure to manage expectations How often will you check in (virtually or f-2-f)? Level of independence expected Due dates

Supervisors Supervisors are useful to you beyond the thesis – Letters of reference – Information about: applying for scholarships applying to graduate programs

Course Format Psych 499 enrollment requires a Psych cumulative average of 82% Only when you are officially enrolled in 499A can you contact potential supervisors

Course Format There are three components: – 499A: literature review and focusing topic – 499B: research design, proposal, & presentation – 499C: data collection, analysis, & final write-up Psych 499 can take 2 to 5 terms – Many students complete the thesis in 2 terms (499A/B in term 1, 499C in term 2) – But up to 5 terms might be necessary for coop students

Course Format Registering for 499A vs. 499A&B  499A only –  you will submit a progress report at the end of examination period  You will complete your presentation the following term  499A&B –  If you do not complete 499B even though registered for it, you MUST complete 499A progress report  If you DO COMPLETE 499B, then you do NOT need to hand in 499A progress report  TIP: book your 499B presentation slot early! At the end of 499C you will submit your final thesis

Course Issues Progress Report 499A – due by end of examination period – 5-10 pages – General statement about research area – A brief description of relevant literature – The research question – Outline of further steps – Approved by supervisor and submitted to course coordinator

Course Issues Research Proposal 499B – Due 3 business days prior to your presentation date – 5-15 pages – Title, Abstract – Background literature – Main research question(s)/hypotheses – Methods & Expected results – Plans for data analysis & Proposed timeline to complete project – Approved by supervisor and submitted to course coordinator

Course Issues Oral presentation for 499B – Use PowerPoint, Practice in advance – Explain your rationale, purpose, methods and hypotheses – Not formally graded – Coordinator will ask general questions, probe your knowledge, make suggestions – Before your own presentation, attend some to get an idea of the process

Course Issues Final Report 499C – Due by the end of examination period – pages – Title, Abstract, Introduction, Literature Review & Hypotheses, Methods, Results, General Discussion, References, Tables & Figures, Appendices – Submitted to Theresa Bauer – Graded by the Supervisor who comments and suggests a grade range, and 499 Coordinator, who comments and assigns final grade – same grade applied retroactively to 499A/B/C

Course Issues Thesis Awards – Recognize outstanding performance throughout all stages of the thesis project – Awarded annually at June Convocation for theses completed the prior three terms – Nominated by Supervisor – Selected by Coordinator – In general, one award per division

Commonly Asked Questions I can’t enroll in Psych 499A b/c my average isn’t high enough. – If close to required average, submit a 499A application to Theresa Bauer I can’t find a supervisor. – Approach faculty with a targeted request. Ask faculty members person. Consult with 499 Coordinator.

Common Mistakes Don’t allow enough time for: – ethics clearance – data collection – data analysis – writing multiple drafts of the final product Final product is missing: – abstract – introduction before literature review – formal statement of hypotheses – writing for a general psych audience

Conference Opportunity Ontario Undergraduate Psychology Thesis Conference – an informal forum for students in Ontario to present a summary of their theses – either orally or in poster format – to a friendly and enthusiastic audience of peers and to discuss your work with others who have similar interests The conference is typically held at the end of April (abstract due in March) 2014: Queen’s University in Kingston, May 9th There is no registration fee for presenters or faculty members and lunch is provided Participants report that the event is very worthwhile and enjoyable Looks great on graduate school applications

The 2-Minute Thesis Option Consider creating a short "video snapshot" of your work. – A great way to tell others about your thesis & your experience at UW – Create a 1-2 minute video where you explain what you researched and what you found out – Use a smartphone or the Department’s video camera Logistics – Make your video after you submit your 499C document (within 2 weeks please) – You are responsible for ing your video to Theresa Bauer – We will review, upload to the Psych Dept. website, and let you know when you can tell family & friends of your on-line fame Note: Completing a video is optional – Whether or not you choose to capture your thesis on video will in no way affect your grade in the 499 Honours thesis course.

Where to go with questions Theresa Bauer, Psych Undergrad Assistant – Paperwork (enrolment, extensions, etc.) – Scheduling 499B presentation Wendi Adair, Thesis Coordinator – Should I be taking the thesis? – Problems with your supervisor Your thesis supervisor – Research question & literature, designing your study, analyzing data, writing final product