Science Training Sessions
Join APA for science training sessions focused on the integration of new tools and techniques to support cutting edge psychological research.
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This program does not offer CE credit.
In this series
Adding Level-1 Predictors to Multilevel Models for Clustered Data
This training further describes how to properly specify the effects of individual-level predictors in multilevel models for clustered data
An Introduction to Eye-Tracking Methods and Research Designs in Psychology
This session delves into what eye-tracking entails, what it helps us measure, and how to create research designs specifically for eye-tracking studies in psychology
An Introduction to Missing Data Analyses
Explore popular missing data methodologies such as maximum likelihood, Bayesian estimation, and multiple imputation
An Introduction to QuantCrit
An introduction to the five tenets of QuantCrit. The presentation will explain how researchers can use QuantCrit to make equitable shifts regarding race and racism in their quantitative analyses.
Continuous, Objective Behavioral Measurement Using Smartphones
The workshop will explore the pros and cons of using smartphone apps to gather sensor data on users' behavior, including language, cognition, activity, sleep, mobility, and environmental exposure
Intensive Longitudinal Data: A Dynamic Structural Equation Modeling Perspective
Provides a general overview of the dynamic structural equation modeling approach to intensive longitudinal data
Indigenous Knowledges as Research Methodologies in Psychology
Four early-career Indigenous psychologists share their experiences and expertise concerning the identification and application of Indigenous ways of knowing for research in psychology
Intensive Longitudinal Data: A Multilevel Modeling Perspective
Demonstrates how the multilevel model can easily accommodate common features of intensive longitudinal data
Intensive Longitudinal Data
This session covers techniques for diagnosing the presence of latent subgroups (classes) with homogeneous change patterns, model fitting, and interpretation of results based on exploratory and confirmatory approaches
Intensive Longitudinal Data: Methodological Challenges and Opportunities
Explores the challenges of intensive longitudinal methods in detail
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for Psychological Scientists
Artificial intelligence and data science techniques for processing unstructured data are introduced, and the ethical considerations that accompany the implementation of these cutting-edge models is also examined
Introduction to Factor Analysis
This session discusses what factor analysis is as well as the differences between factor analysis and principal components analysis
Introduction to Group Iterative Multiple Model Estimation (GIMME)
This training focuses on GIMME, a method for the discovery and estimation of network models
Introduction to Intensive Longitudinal Methods
Provides an overview and definition of intensive longitudinal methods that focuses on the importance of within-person change processes
Introduction to Mediation Analysis with PROCESS
This session covers the underlying principles and application of mediation using ordinary least squares regression and the PROCESS macro for SPSS, SAS, and R
Introduction to Moderation Analysis with PROCESS
This session covers the underlying principles and application of moderation using ordinary least squares regression and the PROCESS macro for SPSS, SAS, and R
Introduction to Multilevel Models for Clustered Data
Get an introduction to multilevel models for clustered data and learn how to interpret the effects of cluster-level predictors
Introduction to Network Models for Multivariate Data
Learn about the general framework of network models for multivariate data
Introduction to Social Network Analysis
Learn common methods of network analysis through practical examples; these include identifying central individuals, conducting community detection, and fitting social network models
Technical Foundations of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
This session covers advances in artificial intelligence, with a focus on the innovations that helped lead to generative AI, and how these innovations also improved automated scoring and the processing of text
Training for the Collection of Real-World Biobehavioral Data Using Wearable Devices
Outlines advances in and adoption of wearable technology for the collection of biobehavioral data in research settings
Introduction to Experience Sampling Methods and Implementation
Introduces experience sampling methods and outlines issues that need to be considered when using these methods.
Indigenous Methodologies and Assessment
Researchers and practitioners will share perspectives and experience with regard to assessment methodological research and practice with and for Indigenous Peoples.
Introduction to Meta-Analysis
Introduces the basic steps of performing a meta-analytic review, from identifying research questions, searching and coding the literature, statistical analysis, through presenting results.
Introduction to Neuroimaging and Clinical Applications
In this program, participants will learn about the fundamentals of fMRI data acquisition, processing, and analysis.
Media Training for Scientists
Explains what mainstream journalists are looking for and offer tips to help you work with them to produce accurate, compelling stories.