1.14 Research Methods - Peer Review, Economic Implications

Question 1

Peer Review

Answer 1

Assessment of research by two or three expert ‘peers’ in a specific field ‘peers’ in a specific field ‘peers’ in a specific field to ensure that the research is of a high quality and is publishable

Question 2

Three main aims of peer review

Answer 2

• To allocate funding, peer reviews can take place to determine whether a study is worth funding
• To validate quality and relevance of the research
• To suggest possible amendments and improvements to increase accuracy

Question 3

Strengths of peer review

Answer 3

• Promotes a high standard of research

- Helps prevent scientific fraud

Question 4

Limitations of peer review

Answer 4

• Anonymity may lead to psychologists over scrutinising research because it contradicts their own so some bias may still be present
• Time and resource consuming