Non-experimental methods Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three non-experimental methods?
A
*Single variable studies
*Correlational studies
*Case studies
2
Q
What are single variable studies?
A
Focuses on a single variable rather than a relationship between variables
3
Q
What are correlational studies?
A
Measuring two variables and looking at whether they share an association.
4
Q
What are case studies?
A
Detailed investigation into a single individual or small group of individuals.
5
Q
Correlational studies AO3
A
Strengths:
*More practical
*Less likely to be unethical
Limitation:
*Correlation doesn’t mean causation
6
Q
Case studies AO3
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Strengths:
*In depth understanding of particular person or experience
*Provide way of studying rare situation
Limitation:
*Can’t establish cause and effect
*May not generalise
*Anonymity issues
