Quantitative Data and Data Collection Methods in Psychology (VPUPK_435)

Theoretical Knowledge in Psychology:Understanding of the historical development of psychology, its major theoretical schools, and core processes (cognitive processes, emotions), which is essential for the evidence-based definition and operationalization of measurable constructs.Knowledge of the fundamental principles of the philosophy of science and logic, enabling the critical analysis of scientific argumentation and the formulation of logical conclusions regarding the utility of measurement instruments.Research Methodology and Statistics:Basic knowledge of mathematical statistics, including an understanding of data distributions, descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation), and basic relationship analysis (correlation), which is a mandatory prerequisite for reliability and validity calculations.Understanding of research designs and data collection methods, as well as knowledge of research ethics standards and the legal aspects of personal data protection (GDPR).Core Academic Skills:Information Literacy: The ability to independently search for, select, and critically evaluate scientific literature and international publications on psychological assessment instruments in specialized databases.Foreign Language Proficiency (English): The ability to read and analyze scientific texts and test manuals in English, ensuring a high-quality instrument adaptation process.Digital Skills: Proficiency in office software (word processors, spreadsheets) and a readiness to master specialized statistical analysis software (e.g., JASP or Jamovi).