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20 Cards in this Set
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Hypothesis |
Statement that tries to describe behavior |
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Operational definitions |
Define terms so audiences know what each means in your context. |
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Scientific method |
Used to discover which of competing ideas is correct |
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Process of science |
Test hypothesis, examine evidence, draw conclusions, report findings |
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Case study |
Individual, in depth analysis of a person, event, or situation. (Rod) Used when alternatives are not really available |
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Observational studies |
Researchers observe, measure, and record behavior without intruding on the subjects too much. |
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Naturalistic observations |
Study of how people or animals act in their normal environment |
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Lab observations |
Observing naturally occuring behaviors in a lab setting (sleep study) |
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Surveys |
Questionnaires and interviews to gather info by asking people about their experiences, attitudes, and opinions Volunteer bias, not generalizable |
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Objective inventories |
Measure beliefs, feelings, or behaviors that the test taker is aware of Self evaluation of self discipline |
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Projective tests |
Designed to tap into unconscious feelings or motives
Inkblot |
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Standardization |
Using uniform procedures to ensure integrity |
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Scoring on set norms |
Define/establish scores on what is good/bad/average, so data can be compared against something |
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Test Validity |
Accuracy - measures what it intends to |
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Test reliability |
Precise - producing the same results from one time/place to the next |
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Independent variable |
Experimenter can manipulate |
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Dependent variable |
What researcher is trying to predict |
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Confounding variables |
Variables that may affect the correlation |
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Descriptive statistics |
Mean - average Standard dev - points spread fr mean Significance - tells how likely |
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Test ethics |
Disclaimer or protect from risks Can withdraw Debrief after Confidentiality |
