Perspectives and Practices Flashcards
Empirical Evidence
Evidence gained and verified through objective observation, measurement, and experimentation
The Scientific Method
Theories -> Hyposthesis -> Research and Observations -> Theories
Case Study
Examines one individual or social unit depth in the hope that the findings can be generalized
Survey
Asking people to respond to a series of questions or to report on their behavior
Naturalistic Observation
Observing and recording behavior as it occurs in its natural setting
Ethics
Informed consent must be given, and participation must be voluntary
Students may not be coerced into research participation
Deception can be employed only under certain conditions
Personal information about research participants must remain confidential
Information about the study must be provided to participants, who should also be debriefed