Research Methods Flashcards
1
Q
What does a correlation coefficient show us?
A
Strength and direction of relationship
2
Q
What is a correlation?
A
Measures relationship between to continuous variables (co-variables).
3
Q
What are correlations shown on?
A
Scattergrams
4
Q
What are strengths of case studies?
A
Detailed insights.
Contribute to understanding of ‘typical’ functioning..May generate hypotheses for future studies
5
Q
What are weaknesses of case studies?
A
Small sample so generalisation issues.
Subjective selection and interpretation of research.
Personal accounts may be prone to inaccuracy and memory decay.
Low validity.
