Bracken AICE Psychology Terms

Affect the outcome of the experiment but are not variables of interest. Add error.

Data that uses numbers is....

The purpose of a study

This approach focuses brain function, genetics and hormones influence on behavior

This approach focuses on learning, conditioning and observable behavior

High levels of controls and standardization tends to lead to high

What do you call an amazing teacher?

When participants take part in all levels or conditions of the IV it is called

Experiment where the IV is naturally occurring.

A study on an individual over a long period of time using multiple methods is called....

High levels of controls can lead to high.....

Advertising for participants is which type of sample

Non-numerical data that is written or detailed.

An Intensive, long-term study of one participant or a small group of participants.

Used when the data is continuous and is plotted on the x-axis

Uses set questions. Participants asked questions in the same order.

This approach focuses on interaction with individuals and groups

The researcher recruits participants who happen to be around at the time.

Research Method where an IV is manipulated to test a DV

Observation in which the participant(s) is aware that they are being studied

If participants realize the aim/purpose of the study, this can lead to.....

This approach focuses on information input, process and retrieval/use

Fatigue created by a repeated measures design can be minimized by

One of the advantages a lab has over a field

Way of assessing the validity of a study by comparing the results with another measure.

When a study’s findings can be applied to the target population of the study

The variable that is being measured

IQ and standardized aptitude tests are examples of.....

The debate, genetics vs. social up-bringing is called....

An experiment that is conducted in a setting that is familiar and natural to its participants