FMST 210 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Random Assignment, Dependent And Independent Variables, Ecological Validity
3 Oct 2016
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5 research methods: case study- a method that involves obtaining an in-depth analysis of a single case. Only type of research method with a detailed analysis. Question: why are case studies considered problematic methods of conducting research (according to some): can"t generalize results to others; need to do more research first, observational study- a method that involves observing people, animals or any phenomenon. 2 setting types: naturalistic studies involve observing things in their natural or unaltered environment (to maximize ecological validity) Ecological validity: the authenticity of data: lab studies involve observing things in a controlled environment. Specifically, researchers set up the environment to expose particular reactions/responses. Participants are asked to simply answer the questions (i. e. participants self-report: researchers indirectly observes. Question: what is the difference between a positive and negative correlation: positive correlation: similar change between two variables. Gpa and grades: negative correlation: inverse/opposite change between two variables.
