Writing Workshops in a Research Methods Course
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| Title: | Writing Workshops in a Research Methods Course |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Jessica A. LaPaglia (ORCID |
| Source: | Teaching of Psychology. 2026 53(1):31-36. |
| Availability: | SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://sagepub.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 6 |
| Publication Date: | 2026 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Undergraduate Students, Undergraduate Study, Research Training, Research Methodology, Research Reports, Writing Workshops, Writing Instruction, Self Evaluation (Individuals), Peer Evaluation, Writing Strategies |
| DOI: | 10.1177/00986283241292358 |
| ISSN: | 0098-6283 1532-8023 |
| Abstract: | Background: Students in research methods courses often engage in the research process and write about their findings in an APA Style report. This process can be intimidating and challenging for students. Objective: The purpose of this preliminary study was to examine the use of writing workshops in teaching students to write research reports. Method: The Writing Workshop Model included pre-writing worksheets, in-class writing, peer review, and self-evaluation. This method was compared to a more Standard Model that included writing instruction and peer review. Results: Students under the Writing Workshop Model had higher scores on the research report than those under the Standard Model. The pre-writing worksheets, in-class writing, and self-evaluation were rated higher than the peer review component of the Writing Workshop Model. Conclusions: The Writing Workshop Model may be an effective way to provide support for students during the writing process, thereby enhancing the quality of APA Style research reports. Teaching Implications: Instructors of psychology courses could consider incorporating writing workshop components such as pre-writing worksheets, self-evaluations, and in-class writing opportunities to support student writing. Although peer review may be helpful, it is generally unpopular among students. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Notes: | https://osf.io/nb4fy/?view_only=0a5043a764dd4798b3b0b7b4681fbef1 |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1492981 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Background: Students in research methods courses often engage in the research process and write about their findings in an APA Style report. This process can be intimidating and challenging for students. Objective: The purpose of this preliminary study was to examine the use of writing workshops in teaching students to write research reports. Method: The Writing Workshop Model included pre-writing worksheets, in-class writing, peer review, and self-evaluation. This method was compared to a more Standard Model that included writing instruction and peer review. Results: Students under the Writing Workshop Model had higher scores on the research report than those under the Standard Model. The pre-writing worksheets, in-class writing, and self-evaluation were rated higher than the peer review component of the Writing Workshop Model. Conclusions: The Writing Workshop Model may be an effective way to provide support for students during the writing process, thereby enhancing the quality of APA Style research reports. Teaching Implications: Instructors of psychology courses could consider incorporating writing workshop components such as pre-writing worksheets, self-evaluations, and in-class writing opportunities to support student writing. Although peer review may be helpful, it is generally unpopular among students. |
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| ISSN: | 0098-6283 1532-8023 |
| DOI: | 10.1177/00986283241292358 |
