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Building Experiments in PsychoPy

Learn How to Design, Build, and Run Behavioral Experiments Using PsychoPy

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Created by Sage Publishing Limited, Michael MacAskill, Jonathan Peirce and 1 more

Explore how to design and run behavioral experiments using PsychoPy. You'll move from basic experiment setups to advanced features like online studies and integrating EEG or fMRI. Gain practical skills for building robust experiments in psychology and behavioral science.

Sage Publishing | Apr 2026 | 312 min

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LevelBeginner
CategoriesData Science, Scientific Computing, Modeling and Simulation, Python

What You Will Learn

You will start by creating simple experiments and gradually add complexity, learning how to integrate various stimuli and feedback. Along the way, you'll practice setting up online studies, randomizing trials, and troubleshooting issues. Each step is reinforced with practical examples to help you apply new skills confidently.

Key Features

  • Design and build behavioral experiments using PsychoPy's intuitive Builder interface
  • Integrate dynamic stimuli and feedback mechanisms for more engaging experiments
  • Set up online studies and troubleshoot common issues for remote data collection

Target Audience

Perfect for psychology students, researchers, or professionals with a basic understanding of experimental design. If you're looking to expand your research skills or implement experiments using PsychoPy, you'll find clear guidance and actionable techniques to enhance your projects.

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