research methods Flashcards
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in depth analysis of individuals
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case study
2
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extracting specific data from a particular group of people
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survey
3
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operational measurements and statistical techniques to reach conclusions regarding numerical data
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quantitative research
4
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does not rely on numerical data, like naturalistic observation
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qualitative research
5
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conducted at a single point in time, comparing groups of differing ages to arrive at conclusions about development
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cross-sectional study
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collecting data over an extended time
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longitudinal study
7
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where researchers combine the findings from multiple studies to draw an overall conclusion
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meta analysis