Instructional Support for Psychology Majors 

The Psychology Computer Lab

The Psychology Computer Lab offers instructional support services for currently enrolled CSUDH students majoring in Psychology by assisting with APA-style formatting, research writing, and statistical analysis by using SPSS.

In addition to instructional support, the psychology computer lab is a space for students to study, work on individual or group assignments, or unwind with fellow psychology students. 

Location: NSM C-333

Phone: 310-243-2563

Hours: TBA

Computer Lab and Instructional Support Policies

Lab Policies

1. Instructional support services are for currently enrolled CSUDH students majoring in Psychology.
2. Students must have a valid CSUDH ID to access instructional support services and the psychology computer lab.
3. The psychology computer lab is an instructional space and abides by any mandated campus, CSU, and county policies.
4. Please keep the computer areas and shared spaces clean.
5. Only beverages with lids and cold or packaged food (i.e., no hot food) are allowed in the psychology computer lab at the large study table.
6. Food or open beverages by computer equipment are prohibited.

Instructional Support Policies

1. The Instructional Support Technician (IST) can assist you with your understanding of APA, SPSS, and statistics. However, the IST will not check answers or help complete assignments. Misuse of services may result in a suspension of instructional support access.
2. Students are advised to seek initial support from their instructor (e.g., receiving help after class or visiting their office hours) before meeting with the IST, as professors know their course material and expectations best. The IST will refer students back to their professors for support and subject clarification if necessary.
3. The instructional support team abides by the university's Academic Integrity Policy. For more information on the campus Academic Integrity Policy, please visit https://www.csudh.edu/class-schedule/fa22/university-policies/academic-integrity-policy
4. For additional information, please see 'What to Expect for Your Appointment.'

Paper Feedback Policies

1. Instructional support services do not provide editing services, such as proofreading, fixing typos, rearranging sentences, or reforming papers to meet APA standards. However, the IST or ISA can help identify grammar and writing patterns and suggest ways to effectively strengthen writing ability by improving word choices, style, and mechanics.
2. Feedback on research papers is limited up to four pages. Make sure to indicate which section you are requesting feedback (e.g., introduction, method, results, discussion).
3. Please email your draft 48 hours prior to your appointment.
4. To receive feedback, you must have an appointment. Papers submitted without an appointment will not be reviewed. 
5. Papers are reviewed in correspondence to your appointment time, regardless of a paper's due date. Please make sure to submit your paper promptly.
6. When making an appointment, please indicate in detail what aspect of APA writing you would like help with. For example, do you need support with APA formatting (e.g., headings, in-text citations), references, or feedback on a specific paper section
7. Papers will not be compared against an instructor’s rubric.