Research Review

The same participants would memorize a list of words with music - and then again without music

the process by which concepts are linked to variables.

Based on the assumption that human behaviour has its roots in physiological processes.

The same participants would memorize a list of words with music - and then again without music

a variable whose variation does not depend on that of another.

Statement of what researchers believe will happen in an experiment

Aka volunteer sample. People that sign-up are usually motivated and are less likely to drop out of the research.

the sample is randomly allocated to one condition of the experiment

Based on the assumption that our behaviour is influenced by other people and the environment.

an experiment conducted under highly controlled conditions, where accurate measurements are possible

A good theory makes sure that its variables are clearly defined so that they can be reliably measured.

What acronym do we use for evaluating theories and/or studies?

Also known as a convenience sample. This is when you use a pre-existing sample

Based on the assumption that the way we perceive and think about the world and ourselves affects our behaviour.

Statement of what researchers believe will not happen in an experiment

attempts to make a sample that reflects the sub-groups within a target population.

A good theory does not just describe what is happening, it predicts behaviour

Used when you are looking for participants from a specific group which would not respond to an ad in a paper.

A good theory has to be falsifiable. If we cannot test it, it is not a good theory.

a variable whose value depends on that of another.

experiment conducted where an effort is made to impose control over all other variables except the one under study

Experiment conducted in the everyday (i.e. real life) environment of the participants