Tools of the Trade: Introducing the Psychology Research Experience Preparation (PREP) Training Program

Poster Session - Teaching

Thursday May 22, 2025 (11:15 - 12:15 ET)
Keyword: Teaching

Abstract: Limited understanding of undergraduate research assistantships hinders student engagement in psychology labs. We developed interactive modules that a) highlight benefits of research assistantships and, b) incorporate real-world scenarios covering research design, data collection, analysis, and ethics. These modules aim to increase engagement, especially for underrepresented students, to promote academic success