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The section on ______ includes the 'Sprouting Showdown' experiment.
The section on ______ includes the 'Sprouting Showdown' experiment.
Experiments
______ experiments are conducted in controlled environments, typically a lab.
______ experiments are conducted in controlled environments, typically a lab.
Laboratory
The evaluation of ______ experiments helps determine their effectiveness in real-world scenarios.
The evaluation of ______ experiments helps determine their effectiveness in real-world scenarios.
Field
A key aspect of experiments is establishing control groups and/or ______.
A key aspect of experiments is establishing control groups and/or ______.
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In experimental designs, ______ measures design compares different groups.
In experimental designs, ______ measures design compares different groups.
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______ characteristics refer to cues that can influence participants' behavior.
______ characteristics refer to cues that can influence participants' behavior.
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Order effects can occur in repeated measures due to ______ and practice effects.
Order effects can occur in repeated measures due to ______ and practice effects.
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The section 'Test Yourself' is located on page ______.
The section 'Test Yourself' is located on page ______.
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Researchers try to maintain control over ______ that could affect the dependent variable.
Researchers try to maintain control over ______ that could affect the dependent variable.
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Conducting field experiments is much more difficult than in a ______ environment.
Conducting field experiments is much more difficult than in a ______ environment.
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In natural environments like public places, it is not possible to control how many people ______ the train.
In natural environments like public places, it is not possible to control how many people ______ the train.
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Situational variables can make it hard to draw firm ______.
Situational variables can make it hard to draw firm ______.
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Dr. Rox conducting her study in a coffee shop would need to ensure all participants have the exact same ______.
Dr. Rox conducting her study in a coffee shop would need to ensure all participants have the exact same ______.
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A strength of field experiments is that they generally have higher ecological ______.
A strength of field experiments is that they generally have higher ecological ______.
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Passengers who had already seen the confederate collapse in a previous trial may become ______.
Passengers who had already seen the confederate collapse in a previous trial may become ______.
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Field experiments face challenges due to ______ variables that cannot be controlled.
Field experiments face challenges due to ______ variables that cannot be controlled.
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Field experiments aim to mimic real-life situations while maintaining some level of ______.
Field experiments aim to mimic real-life situations while maintaining some level of ______.
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High ecological validity in research can lead to more ______ results in real-world applications.
High ecological validity in research can lead to more ______ results in real-world applications.
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Field experiments take place in ______ settings.
Field experiments take place in ______ settings.
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Participants are less likely to be affected by ______ characteristics in field experiments.
Participants are less likely to be affected by ______ characteristics in field experiments.
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The behaviours of interest are observed in ______ situations.
The behaviours of interest are observed in ______ situations.
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Control groups allow researchers to confirm that results are due to the manipulation of the ______ variable.
Control groups allow researchers to confirm that results are due to the manipulation of the ______ variable.
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The water group in Dr Rox's study provides the reaction speed ______ to which the coffee groups’ average speed can be compared.
The water group in Dr Rox's study provides the reaction speed ______ to which the coffee groups’ average speed can be compared.
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A strength of control groups is that they provide a ______ to which the experimental group can be compared.
A strength of control groups is that they provide a ______ to which the experimental group can be compared.
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A laboratory experiment may lack ______ validity compared to a field experiment.
A laboratory experiment may lack ______ validity compared to a field experiment.
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The researcher manipulates an aspect of the ______ in a field experiment.
The researcher manipulates an aspect of the ______ in a field experiment.
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Field experiments typically have ______ ecological validity.
Field experiments typically have ______ ecological validity.
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Participants in field experiments may not even know they are in a ______.
Participants in field experiments may not even know they are in a ______.
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Candidates must answer all questions in the written paper which lasts for ______ minutes.
Candidates must answer all questions in the written paper which lasts for ______ minutes.
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Section A includes short answer questions based on general research ______.
Section A includes short answer questions based on general research ______.
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Candidates will plan a study in Section ______ of the paper.
Candidates will plan a study in Section ______ of the paper.
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The paper will focus on knowledge and application of research methods and ______ concepts.
The paper will focus on knowledge and application of research methods and ______ concepts.
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The candidates' knowledge of practical issues will be applied to plan an ______.
The candidates' knowledge of practical issues will be applied to plan an ______.
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Candidates will evaluate aspects of the ______ they plan.
Candidates will evaluate aspects of the ______ they plan.
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Thushana Sathasivam holds a MSc in Applied Psychology & Behaviour ______.
Thushana Sathasivam holds a MSc in Applied Psychology & Behaviour ______.
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All candidates are expected to demonstrate knowledge related to core ______.
All candidates are expected to demonstrate knowledge related to core ______.
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In Dr Rox's caffeine experiment, the students in the ______ group consumed caffeine.
In Dr Rox's caffeine experiment, the students in the ______ group consumed caffeine.
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The participants in the control group did not consume caffeine, instead they consumed ______.
The participants in the control group did not consume caffeine, instead they consumed ______.
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The average reaction time of participants in the experimental group was ______ with that of the control group.
The average reaction time of participants in the experimental group was ______ with that of the control group.
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Which experimental design was used in Dr Rox's ______?
Which experimental design was used in Dr Rox's ______?
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One problem of using this design is that it may not account for ______ variables.
One problem of using this design is that it may not account for ______ variables.
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Dr Rox could have ______ her experiment to obtain more reliable results.
Dr Rox could have ______ her experiment to obtain more reliable results.
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The study was conducted to analyze the effects of ______ on reaction time.
The study was conducted to analyze the effects of ______ on reaction time.
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Participants are typically assigned to either the control or ______ group in an experiment.
Participants are typically assigned to either the control or ______ group in an experiment.
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Caffeine is often used to study its effects on ______ performance.
Caffeine is often used to study its effects on ______ performance.
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The ______ group serves as a reference point for evaluating the effects of the treatment.
The ______ group serves as a reference point for evaluating the effects of the treatment.
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Dr Rox’s experiment involved students and their average reaction time, which are elements of ______ research.
Dr Rox’s experiment involved students and their average reaction time, which are elements of ______ research.
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Understanding the ______ of experimental design is crucial for effective research.
Understanding the ______ of experimental design is crucial for effective research.
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The outcome of this experiment can inform practices in fields such as ______ psychology.
The outcome of this experiment can inform practices in fields such as ______ psychology.
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Rox’s study is an example of using ______ to assess a psychological effect.
Rox’s study is an example of using ______ to assess a psychological effect.
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Reaction time is a common measure in ______ assessments.
Reaction time is a common measure in ______ assessments.
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Thushana ______ (MSc Applied Psychology & Behaviour Change)
Thushana ______ (MSc Applied Psychology & Behaviour Change)
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Thushana completed a ______ in Psychology (Hons) - 1st class
Thushana completed a ______ in Psychology (Hons) - 1st class
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She holds several ______, including Advanced Diploma in Drug & Alcohol Addiction Counseling.
She holds several ______, including Advanced Diploma in Drug & Alcohol Addiction Counseling.
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______ in Counseling is one of her qualifications.
______ in Counseling is one of her qualifications.
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Her first degree was a ______ in Applied Psychology & Behaviour Change.
Her first degree was a ______ in Applied Psychology & Behaviour Change.
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She has a ______ in Child & Adolescent Psychology.
She has a ______ in Child & Adolescent Psychology.
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______ Change is a specialization of her MSc program.
______ Change is a specialization of her MSc program.
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Thushana holds certifications in ______ and Sexual Reproductive Health.
Thushana holds certifications in ______ and Sexual Reproductive Health.
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Her qualifications include an ______ in Drug & Alcohol Addiction Counseling.
Her qualifications include an ______ in Drug & Alcohol Addiction Counseling.
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Thushana is a member of the ______, UK.
Thushana is a member of the ______, UK.
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Study Notes
Research Methods and Methodological Concepts
- This document contains various study notes on research methods, including experiments, experimental designs, randomized controlled trials (RCTs), self-report questionnaires, interviews, psychometric tests, case studies, observation, and correlations.
- It covers different types of experiments, such as laboratory and field experiments, and evaluates their strengths and weaknesses in terms of validity, reliability, and ethical considerations.
- The document also details experimental designs (independent measures, repeated measures, and matched pairs designs) and their applications in psychological research.
- It explores the importance of randomization, control groups, and standardized procedures in ensuring the validity and reliability of experimental results.
- The role of the placebo effect and double-blind design in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) is also described.
- Different types of questionnaires (open-ended and closed) and interviews (structured, unstructured, and semi-structured) are detailed, along with their benefits and drawbacks.
- The document discusses psychometric tests, their strengths, weaknesses, floor and ceiling effects, and their proper use in research.
- It examines the characteristics of case studies, observational studies, and correlational studies.
- Key terms like 'operational definitions', 'co-variables', 'operationalisation', 'validity', 'reliability', 'replication', 'sample', 'population', 'sampling techniques' and ethical considerations are also highlighted throughout the text.
- The syllabus is referenced as part of the study material.
- The content of the notes is specific to psychological research methods.
- The notes include information on how to plan studies, including specific details relevant to experiments, self-reports, case studies, observations, correlation studies planning studies for Paper 2 in the context of a specific course for students or a particular examination.
- Sample questions, answers, and tips are provided to aid in understanding the material.
- The notes also cover ethics in psychological research, particularly concerning human participants and animal subjects. Concepts covering informed consent, minimizing harm, confidentiality, and debriefing are discussed.
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