psy290 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Statistical Inference, Naturalistic Observation, Sampling Bias
16 Jan 2018
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Hypothesis: statements about the relationship between two or more variables. Variables: any measurable characteristics or behaviours that are controlled or observed in a study: application and control apply research findings to help practical problems. Step one: formulate a testable hypothesis: scientific hypothesis must be formulated precisely, and variables under study must be clearly defined, operational definition: describes the action or operation used to measure or control a variable. Step three: collect the data: data collection techniques: procedures for making empirical observation and measurements, examples: direct observation, questionnaire, interview, psychological test, physiological recording, or examination of archival records. Step four: analyze the data and conclusion: use the statistics to analyze data and find if hypothesis is supported, conclude upon the findings. Step five: report the findings: give the findings to the public so it can be tested. Such as a journal: journal: periodical that publishes scholarly material, in a narrow field.
