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Research Design: Causal Studies. Quick Review: Three general forms of quantitative research studies Descriptive: Describes a situation Relational : Relationship between variables Causal: Seeks to show a cause and effect.
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Research Design: Causal Studies • Quick Review: Three general forms of quantitative research studies • Descriptive: Describes a situation • Relational : Relationship between variables • Causal: Seeks to show a cause and effect. • Internal Validity: The approximate truth of inferences regarding cause-effect or causal relationships. • Establishing Cause & Effect • Single-Group Threats • Multiple-Group Threats • “Social” Interaction Threats • Research Design & Design Notations