Validity
What is Validity?
What is a Variable?
A variable is an object, event, idea, feeling, time period or any other type of categories you are trying to measure
What is the Scientific Method?
A systematic procedure comprising multiple steps for logical problem solving
1. Making an Observation
2. Asking a Question
3. Form a hypothesis
4. Making a prediction
5. Test the prediction
5. Use the results to make new hypotheses
What are your two Mentors Names?
Emily, Eddie
The Selection of a Research Approach is based on the Nature of what?
The Research Problem
True or False:
When something is reliable it is guaranteed to be valid
False
What is Deduction and Induction
Deduction: Reasons from the general to the specific
Induction: Reasons in the opposite direction, from specific cases to general conclusion
What is Qualitative Research
an approach for exploring and understanding the meaning individuals or group ascribe to a social or human problem
Which Room is FYSM1900l Held in?
TB 431
The aim or objective of an experiment that needs to be clear, specific and concise.
Purpose Statement
What are the 4 Types of Validity?
Conclusion, Construct, Internal, External
Independent: Variable that stands alone and isn't change by the other variables you are trying to measure
Dependent: Depends on other factors
What is Quantitative Research
An approach for testing objective theories by examining the relationship among variables
When is your Analysis 2 Assignment Due?
December 1st 2023, 11:59pm
After you have a research question what is the next major step in the process?
Literature Review
You're a university student preparing for a psychology exam. You decide to study the class notes and the assigned textbook. As you review, you notice that the key topics from your study materials closely match the question on the exam. During the exam, you find that what you studied is indeed what's being asked, and you perform well.
Does this scenario suggest Validity?
Yes
What are the 5 Different Ways of Reading?
Skim, Scan, Read closely, Compare, Reflect
What is Mixed Methods Research?
an approach to inquiry involving collecting both quantitative and qualitative data
When is the last day for Fall Term Classes?
December 8th, 2023
Discussing only positive results and omitting the undesired results is referred to as
Underreporting
Explain the Difference between Reliability and Validity
Reliability refers to the consistency of a measure
Validity is the best available approximation to the truth of a given proposition, inference or conclusion
Name 5 Research Methods
Quantitative: Experiment, Survey, Observation, Secondary Reserach
Qualitative: Observations, Interviews, Focus Groups, Surveys, Secondary Research
Name the Three Research Approaches
Qualitative, Quantitative, Mixed Methods
What were Devron's 3 Halloween Costumes
Before a study can begin, you need to review the code of ethics and verify the ethics of your research with this group