Types of Studies

Question 1

Experimental study

Answer 1

Research where the independent variable can be manipulated.

A: Researchers have control over variables

D: Reduces realism sometimes

Question 2

Non-experimental study

Answer 2

Research where the independent variable cannot be manipulated.

A: Observing natural environments

D: No variable manipulation

Question 3

Observational study

Answer 3

Type of technique used to study behaviour.

A: Observations can be replicated

D: Researcher only sees what they expect to see

Question 4

Case study

Answer 4

In depth investigation of an individual or group

A: Detailed information

D: Results are unable to be generalised

Question 5

Correlational study

Answer 5

Measures liner relationship between two variables

Question 6

Longitudinal study

Answer 6

Data is collected more than once, using same paticipants.

Question 7

Cross sectional study

Answer 7

Data from participants is collected at one point.

Question 8

7 Types of studies

Answer 8

1. Experimental
2. Non-Experimental
3. Observational
4. Case study
5. Correlational study
6. Longitudinal study
7. Cross sectional study