Research Methods Flashcards
1
Q
What are experimental research methods?
A
- laboratory(manipulate the independent variable)
- field experiment
- natural experiment
2
Q
What are non experimental research methods?
A
- observations
- correlations
- interviews/ questionnaires
- case study
3
Q
Explain the scientific method?
A
- make objective observations of the behaviour that they are interested in.
- form a hypothesis (testable) on these observations.
- work out the best method to evaluate the hypothesis.
- report their methods and results so that others can re-interpret, repeat or extend their findings.
4
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Scientific method steps:
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- Identify research area
- Do background research
- Formulate hypothesis
- Choose a research method
- Conduct a pilot study
- Gather data
- Analyse data
- Report findings
5
Q
Empirical method
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Where info (in the form of data) is gained through direct observation or experimentation/ direct testing- rather than unfounded beliefs, assumptions or reasoned arguments.
