1 - Methodological Challenges Flashcards
1
Q
Development occurs over what? (Methodology Developmental)
A
Time
2
Q
What are the three ways you can measure development? (Methodology Developmental)
A
- Cross sectional design
- Longitudinal design
- Micro-genetic design
3
Q
What is a cross sectional design? (Methodology Developmental)
A
Comparing children of different ages, at the same time (difference between age groups)
4
Q
What is a longitudinal design? (Methodology Developmental)
A
Comparing children to themselves over a short period of time
5
Q
What is a micro-genetic design? (Methodology Developmental)
A
Comparing children to themselves over a short period of time but with hyper-intensity
6
Q
What are the 4 issues with research on children? (Methodology Developmental)
A
- Access
- Child protection
- Context
- Construct validity
7
Q
What is construct validity? (Methodology Developmental)
A
The degree to which a test measures what it claims to be measuring
