PSYCH 241 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Repeated Measures Design, Regression Analysis, Random Assignment
7 Sep 2016
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Internal validity: the degree to which differences in performance (the dependent variable) can be attributed unambiguously to an effect of the independent variable. (aka no threats to internal validity ) External validity: the extent to which the results of a particular research study can be generalized to different populations, settings, and conditions. Deduction (to deduce): to derive as a conclusion from something known or assumed (to go from a general statement or theory to speci c predictions/observations) Induction: to assert or establish on the basis of observation of particular (speci c) facts (to go from speci c observations to more general theory or statement) A theory explains events in general terms, while a hypothesis makes a speci c statement about a speci ed set of circumstances: they guide scienti c research by suggesting research hypotheses. (deductive research, they organize empirical knowledge. (inductive research) Four stages of the scienti c process: preparation.
