PSY 274 Lecture Notes - Random Assignment, Longitudinal Study, Ethnography
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Theories are composed of constructs linked together logically. Classifies theoretical constructs in observable operations, procedures, measurements. Ex. , aggression: self report, noise blasts, hot sauce, bo-bo doll. Goal: describe what a grp of ppl or type of behavior is like. Method: observe ppl & record measurements/impressions of behavior. Goal: understand assoc. btwn variables to predict when diff. types of behavior will occur. Method: 2 variables systematically measured & assoc. assessed. Method: orchestrate the even so ppl experience it one way or another. Can control conditions, but random assignment is impossible.