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Research Methods Flashcards

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Naturalistic observation

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  • Observes behaviour without intervening.

- The researcher is also a participant.

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Case studies

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  • In-depth observation of an individual person/situation using interview, psychological tests etc.
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Surveys

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  • Uses questionnaires or interviews to gather information about specific aspects of behaviour.
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Correlation research

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  • Looks for relationships among variables.

- Measures strength of the relationship between two variables.

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Experimental research

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  • Allow a researcher to develop causation.

- Manipulates one variable in order to see its effect on another variable while holding all other variables constant.

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