Descriptive research methods Flashcards

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naturalistic observation is…

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observing in a naturally occurring setting with no influence from the researcher

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advantages of naturalistic observation

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natural setting=uninfluenced and ethical compared to what a traditional experiment would be

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disadvantages of naturalistic observation

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waiting and CANNOT CONCLUDE CAUSE-EFFECT and observer bias which is when expectations cause them to see what they want to see

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laboratory observation is…

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in a lab with control due to the use of equipment

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advantages of laboratory observation

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looking at exact behavior, proper equipment, no waiting, strict environment=no outside factors

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disadvantages of laboratory observation

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no spontaneity (unnatural)

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case study is…

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focused on one individual or very small group involving observation, interviews and testing

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advantages of case study

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in depth info and access to uncomon psychological/physiological disorders

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disadvantages of case study

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cannot establish cause of a behavior and not generalizable

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surveys are…

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info on attitudes, experiences and beliefs. used on a REPRESENTATIVE(reflects diversity) sample of the population

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survey tool: questionnaire

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is quick, comprehensive, inexpensive
disadvantage: wording can sway answers

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survey tool: interview

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requires a researcher and trust relationship
disadvantage: may be lies since not anonymous

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survey tool: internet surveys

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it generates many responses
disadvantage: not random

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advantages of surveys

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accurate info acquired quickly

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disadvantages of surveys

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costly and possibly untruthful

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