observations

Question 1

what is a naturalistic observation

Answer 1

carried out in an unaltered setting where the observer does not interfere

Question 2

give one strength of a naturalistic observation

Answer 2

allows researchers to see real behaviour in the real world

Question 3

give one limit of a naturalistic observation

Answer 3

respect privacy

Question 4

what is a controlled observation

Answer 4

under controlled conditions

Question 5

why can naturalistic observations not produce a cause and effect

Answer 5

lack of control of extraneous variables

Question 6

how can problems with consent and deception be avoided in both naturalistic and controlled observations

Answer 6

debrief

Question 7

what is a covert design

Answer 7

the identity of the researcher and participants are controlled

Question 8

what is an overt observation design

Answer 8

when the researcher is open about their intentions

Question 9

give 2 strengths of a covert design

Answer 9

less chance of social desirability and demand characteristics

can be used when participants don’t want to cooperate with the experimenter

Question 10

give 2 weaknesses of covert designs

Answer 10

replication is difficult

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