researcher bias Flashcards

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confirmation bias

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occurs when the researcher has a prior belief and uses the research to unintentionally confirm that belief

reflexivity is important.

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leading question bias

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occurs when respondent in an interview are inclined to answer a certain way cuz the wording encourages them to do so

avoid paraphrasing the participants words, and use open minded neutral questions

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sampling bias

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occurs when the sample of participants is not adequate for the purpose of the study

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question order bias

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happens when the response to one question influences how participants will answer the following questions

to minimize: general questions before specific, positive before negative, behavioral before attitude

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biased reporting

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when the researcher does not equally represent the findings of the study in their report.

reflexivity4ever

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