M3 Exp psy Flashcards
research that lacks the manipulation of an independent variable.
Non experimental
is the degree to which a researcher can establish a causal relationship between the independent and dependent variables.
Internal Validity
The passage of time influences dependent variable (job satisfaction).
maturation
The pre-test (used to establish baseline) affects the results of the post test)
Testing
Participants in the control and experimental group differ substantially
and can thus not be compared.
Participant Selection
Over the course of a (longer) study, participants may dropout.
Attrition
Extreme scores tend to be closer to the
average on a second measurement.
Regression towards mean
There is a change in how the dependent variable is measured during the study.
Instrumentation
Interaction between participants from different groups influences the outcome.
Social Interactions
one’s own immediate experience.
phenomology
based on experience pero inoibserve
case study