29. Reporting Psychological Investigations AO1

Question 1

What is a summary of the study?

Answer 1

A small summary that include all major elements: the aims, hypothesis, method, procedures results & conclusions

Question 2

What is the introduction a study?

Answer 2

A look at relevant theories, concepts and studies related to current study

Follows a logical progression stating broadly and gradually becoming more specific

Question 3

What is the method of a study?

Answer 3

Should include sufficient detail so other researchers can replicate the study:

1. Design (types of groups and observations) + reasons for choice
2. Sample (participants) + sampling method + target population
3. Apparatus (any relevant materials used)
4. Procedure (what was said, instructions, debrief) + list everything that happened
5. Ethics (how they were addressed)

Question 4

What are the results in a study?

Answer 4

Summary of key findings: descriptive statistics (e.g. Tables,graphs), inferential statistics, choice of statistical test, C value(s), significance of final outcome

Question 5

What is referencing in a study?

Answer 5

Relationship to previous research: summary of findings in verbal form, relationship to previous research, consideration of limitations, how to address limitations, considering real-world applications