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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 ______.
In experimental designs, ______ measures design compares different groups.
In experimental designs, ______ measures design compares different groups.
______ characteristics refer to cues that can influence participants' behavior.
______ characteristics refer to cues that can influence participants' behavior.
Order effects can occur in repeated measures due to ______ and practice effects.
Order effects can occur in repeated measures due to ______ and practice effects.
The section 'Test Yourself' is located on page ______.
The section 'Test Yourself' is located on page ______.
Researchers try to maintain control over ______ that could affect the dependent variable.
Researchers try to maintain control over ______ that could affect the dependent variable.
Conducting field experiments is much more difficult than in a ______ environment.
Conducting field experiments is much more difficult than in a ______ environment.
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.
Situational variables can make it hard to draw firm ______.
Situational variables can make it hard to draw firm ______.
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 ______.
A strength of field experiments is that they generally have higher ecological ______.
A strength of field experiments is that they generally have higher ecological ______.
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 ______.
Field experiments face challenges due to ______ variables that cannot be controlled.
Field experiments face challenges due to ______ variables that cannot be controlled.
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 ______.
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.
Field experiments take place in ______ settings.
Field experiments take place in ______ settings.
Participants are less likely to be affected by ______ characteristics in field experiments.
Participants are less likely to be affected by ______ characteristics in field experiments.
The behaviours of interest are observed in ______ situations.
The behaviours of interest are observed in ______ situations.
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.
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.
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.
A laboratory experiment may lack ______ validity compared to a field experiment.
A laboratory experiment may lack ______ validity compared to a field experiment.
The researcher manipulates an aspect of the ______ in a field experiment.
The researcher manipulates an aspect of the ______ in a field experiment.
Field experiments typically have ______ ecological validity.
Field experiments typically have ______ ecological validity.
Participants in field experiments may not even know they are in a ______.
Participants in field experiments may not even know they are in a ______.
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.
Section A includes short answer questions based on general research ______.
Section A includes short answer questions based on general research ______.
Candidates will plan a study in Section ______ of the paper.
Candidates will plan a study in Section ______ of the paper.
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.
The candidates' knowledge of practical issues will be applied to plan an ______.
The candidates' knowledge of practical issues will be applied to plan an ______.
Candidates will evaluate aspects of the ______ they plan.
Candidates will evaluate aspects of the ______ they plan.
Thushana Sathasivam holds a MSc in Applied Psychology & Behaviour ______.
Thushana Sathasivam holds a MSc in Applied Psychology & Behaviour ______.
All candidates are expected to demonstrate knowledge related to core ______.
All candidates are expected to demonstrate knowledge related to core ______.
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.
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 ______.
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.
Which experimental design was used in Dr Rox's ______?
Which experimental design was used in Dr Rox's ______?
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.
Dr Rox could have ______ her experiment to obtain more reliable results.
Dr Rox could have ______ her experiment to obtain more reliable results.
The study was conducted to analyze the effects of ______ on reaction time.
The study was conducted to analyze the effects of ______ on reaction time.
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.
Caffeine is often used to study its effects on ______ performance.
Caffeine is often used to study its effects on ______ performance.
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.
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.
Understanding the ______ of experimental design is crucial for effective research.
Understanding the ______ of experimental design is crucial for effective research.
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.
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.
Reaction time is a common measure in ______ assessments.
Reaction time is a common measure in ______ assessments.
Thushana ______ (MSc Applied Psychology & Behaviour Change)
Thushana ______ (MSc Applied Psychology & Behaviour Change)
Thushana completed a ______ in Psychology (Hons) - 1st class
Thushana completed a ______ in Psychology (Hons) - 1st class
She holds several ______, including Advanced Diploma in Drug & Alcohol Addiction Counseling.
She holds several ______, including Advanced Diploma in Drug & Alcohol Addiction Counseling.
______ in Counseling is one of her qualifications.
______ in Counseling is one of her qualifications.
Her first degree was a ______ in Applied Psychology & Behaviour Change.
Her first degree was a ______ in Applied Psychology & Behaviour Change.
She has a ______ in Child & Adolescent Psychology.
She has a ______ in Child & Adolescent Psychology.
______ Change is a specialization of her MSc program.
______ Change is a specialization of her MSc program.
Thushana holds certifications in ______ and Sexual Reproductive Health.
Thushana holds certifications in ______ and Sexual Reproductive Health.
Her qualifications include an ______ in Drug & Alcohol Addiction Counseling.
Her qualifications include an ______ in Drug & Alcohol Addiction Counseling.
Thushana is a member of the ______, UK.
Thushana is a member of the ______, UK.
Flashcards
What are experiments used for?
What are experiments used for?
Experiments help us test hypotheses and understand cause-and-effect relationships between variables.
What is a laboratory experiment?
What is a laboratory experiment?
An experiment conducted in a controlled environment, minimizing external influences on the results.
Evaluating lab experiments
Evaluating lab experiments
This involves assessing the reliability and validity of the results, considering factors like control, sample size, and potential biases.
What is a field experiment?
What is a field experiment?
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Evaluating field experiments
Evaluating field experiments
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What is a control group?
What is a control group?
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What are independent measures designs?
What are independent measures designs?
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What are repeated measures designs?
What are repeated measures designs?
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Research Methods
Research Methods
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Methodological Concepts
Methodological Concepts
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Core Studies
Core Studies
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Short Answer Questions
Short Answer Questions
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Scenario-Based Questions
Scenario-Based Questions
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Planning Question
Planning Question
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Practical Issues
Practical Issues
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Evaluate
Evaluate
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Ecological Validity
Ecological Validity
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Field Experiments
Field Experiments
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Control Variables
Control Variables
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Threats to Internal Validity
Threats to Internal Validity
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Situational Variables
Situational Variables
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Confounding Variables
Confounding Variables
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Suspicion in Field Experiments
Suspicion in Field Experiments
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Maintaining Control in Field Experiments
Maintaining Control in Field Experiments
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Generalizability of Findings
Generalizability of Findings
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Strengths of Field Experiments
Strengths of Field Experiments
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Experimental Design
Experimental Design
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Independent Variable
Independent Variable
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Dependent Variable
Dependent Variable
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Control Group
Control Group
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Random Assignment
Random Assignment
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Independent Measures Design
Independent Measures Design
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Repeated Measures Design
Repeated Measures Design
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Order Effects
Order Effects
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Counterbalancing
Counterbalancing
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Demand Characteristics
Demand Characteristics
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Experimental Group
Experimental Group
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Baseline
Baseline
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Manipulation
Manipulation
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Confirmation
Confirmation
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Independent Variable (IV)
Independent Variable (IV)
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Dependent Variable (DV)
Dependent Variable (DV)
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Between-Subjects Design
Between-Subjects Design
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Within-Subjects Design
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Placebo Effect
Placebo Effect
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Blind Study
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Double-Blind Study
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Replication
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Internal Validity
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External Validity
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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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