Methodology studies

By studying research methodology, the aim is to develop new ways of applying statistically advanced modelling methods that can be used, for example, in psychology research.

Methodological competence

Due to methods intensive training most of the researchers at the Department of Psychology master several different tools such as structural equation modelling, latent growth curve modelling, hierarchical modelling as well as mixed and mixture modelling. By combining several of these methods, researchers receive excellent tools to solve even some of the most complex scientific problems.

Longitudinal data

Department of Psychology is widely known for its long-running and internationally unique longitudinal studies. The analysis of these longitudinal datasets have required the use of the most up-to-date methods and the innovative application of the state-of-the-art methods. In recent years, the studies using diary methods and other types of process-oriented methods have created growing expertise in new statistical tools, such as prospective change multilevel modelling and dynamic social network analyses.

Research groups in the research area

Research group

Embodied Eureka

Research Society for Affective Flow and Aesthetics of Experience in Clinical Interactions

Research projects in this research area

Project

LearnDigi - Digitalization in and for learning and interaction

LearnDigi is a profiling area of JYU funded by Academy of Finland. We aim to examine ways in which technologies are used to support learning and knowledge construction, and the impacts of increasing digitalization on learning and interaction.
Project

Promotive and protective factors in the context of reading and math difficulties

This project aims to identify protective factors that enhance resilience in the development of reading and math skills, as well as in broader educational outcomes.