features of science, empirical methods, paradigms, etc

Question 1

when is psychology considered a science

Answer 1

data is large and representative
high element of control
key words are defined and measured

Question 2

empirical methods defined

Answer 2

a method of gaining knowledge which relies on direct observation or testing

Question 3

what is a paradigm

Answer 3

a shared set of assumptions and agreed methods that are found within scientific disciplines

Question 4

what is a paradigm shift

Answer 4

when a scientific revolution occurs and a new theory overpowers an old theory

Question 5

what are the two stages of a paradigm shift

Answer 5

1. researchers question and have contradictory evidence, which begins to gain popularity and overthrows old theory
2. an established science makes rapid progress and a scientific rev occurs due to paradigm shift

Question 6

what is a theory

Answer 6

a framework to describe a certain phenomenon. and is based on observations and empirical data derived from hypothesis testing

Question 7

What are the two key features of a science

Answer 7

Objectivity
Paradigm

Question 8

What is objectivity

Answer 8

Dealing with facts in a way that is unaffected by beliefs, opinions, feelings or expectatioms
Good researcher keeps ‘critical distance’
Does not let personal opinions get in th way
Should use lab experiments

Question 9

What does high levels of objectivity ensure

Answer 9

Increase in other researchers confidence and can be replicated