scientific method
first step
make an observation
what are the Sources of intuition overestimation.
Hindsight bias, overconfidence, tendency to perceive patterns in random events
what is the placebo effect?
involves results caused by expectations alone. Basically tricking your brain into something because of what you think is going to happen.
what is the correlation coefficient?
a statistical measure of the strength and duration of the relationship between two factors.
what is naturalistic observation?
A method that involves observing subjects in their natural environment.
second step
Ask a Question.
what helps us sift reality from illusion
Scientific inquiry
what are the different types of research methods?
descriptive, correlational, and experimental
what is the correlation coefficient?
R
what is Survey and interview?
A survey method that is utilized when a specific target population is involved.
third step
Test Your Hypothesis and Collect Data.
what is random sampling and what is an important key factor in making sure it's successful?
when a random group of people are selected to do testing on.
what is the purpose of psychological science?
to focus primarily on seeking general principles that help explain many behaviors, and less particular behavior
what is positive correlation
when the variables increase or decrease together
fourth step
Examine the Results and Draw Conclusions.
what is the purpose of a double-blind procedure?
to eliminate bias
what is sources of intuition overestimation?
hindsight bias, overconfidence, tendency to perceive patterns in random events
what is negative correlation
when one variable increases while the other decreases or vice versa.
fifth step
Report the Results.
what is illusory correlation?
perception of a relationship between 2 variables when only a minor or no relationship actually exists
what is naturalistic observation?
A method that involves observing subjects in their natural environment.
what are the 3 different types of variables?
independent variable, confounding variable, dependent variable