Chapter 13

Question 1

quasi experiments can..

Answer 1

use independent groups designs
follow within groups designs
support causal claims if it has comparison group and right pattern of results
be vulnerable to alternative explanations

Question 2

quasi experiments + causal claims

Answer 2

If it has comparison group and the right pattern of results, we can support a causal claim

Can do this even if ppl cant be randomly assigned to conditions and the researchers dont have complete control of the IV

Question 3

small N designs

Answer 3

intense investigations of one or few people

Question 4

can internal validity of small N designs be just as high as other designs

Answer 4

yes

Question 5

what are the 3 small N studies used in applied settings

Answer 5

baseline design
multiple baseline design
reversal design