PSY1005 - WEEK 2

Question 1

how can we observe concepts

Answer 1

use an indicator, such as IQ score for intelligence

Question 2

define process

Answer 2

description of operations and relationships eg: perception, social influence

Question 3

what are theoretical, or conceptual framework

Answer 3

set of principles presented in systematic or structured way

Question 4

explain relationships between constructs, concepts and processes

Answer 4

emotional states (construct or concept) is usually as a result of process

Question 5

why does theory matter

Answer 5

offers systematic event explanation
informs practice recommendation
provides empirical research blueprint

Question 6

why does every research study need rationale

Answer 6

costs (time, money, resource)
reported papers becomes literature
justifications for carrying out study, such as contributions to real world or existing knowledge

Question 7

what are 3 types of rationale

Answer 7

novel contribution to theory
novel contribution to methodology
novel contribution to practice

Question 8

what is novel contribution to theory as rationale

Answer 8

first test of principle
testing competing explanation
replication of result lacking in empirical evidence to catch false positives
extend existing theory

Question 9

what is novel contribution to methodology as a rationale

Answer 9

improvements in measures, design