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Groups 13A

Groups 13A. Groups 13C. Groups 13E. PLEASE PRINT FULL PAGE SLIDES FOR THIS PARTICULAR SET OF LESSONS. G544 Research Methods Section B Guidance. We have covered the format of Section A for Experiments and Observations so far

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Groups 13A

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  1. Groups 13A

  2. Groups 13C

  3. Groups 13E

  4. PLEASE PRINT FULL PAGE SLIDES FOR THIS PARTICULAR SET OF LESSONS. G544 Research MethodsSection B Guidance We have covered the format of Section A for Experiments and Observations so far We now need to ensure that we are aware of the exam requirements of Section B of this paper Please also refer to p. 4 of your textbook for further guidance

  5. 1. Briefly outline ____________   used in psychology. (4) 2. Describe two pieces of research that use _____________. (8) 3. Discuss the strengths and limitations of ________________. (12) 4. Compare the method or approach   with another method or approach   .  (8) 5. Discuss the _________of using ___________ research. (8)  The Format

  6. Briefly outline the self-report method used in psychology. (4) • 2. Describe two pieces of research that use the self-report method. (8) • 3. Discuss the strengths and limitations of using self-report to investigate behaviour. (12) • 4. Compare the self-report method with the observational method.  (8) • 5. Discuss the usefulness of using self-reports in research. (8) E.g. You will have looked at this in Mrs Watt’s lessons…

  7. 5mins In groups, write your answer in the space:

  8. The experimental method involves the manipulation of a variable/s in order to find a cause effect relationship between the IV and DV. Lab experiments are reliable and replicable as they involve a high degree of control. 1 mark – Identification of the debate/issue/approach which is very basic and lacks detail (e.g. a list). Very limited or no evidence of understanding. Experimental method may not be referred to at all. Psychological terms and concepts may be absent. Expression poor. 2 marks – The main components of the debate/issue/approach are included, are generally accurate but errors may be evident. Detail is reasonable. There may be vague or no link to experimental method. Some understanding is evident. Expression and use of psychological terminology is competent. 3 marks – The main components of the debate/issue/approach are accurately described. Detail is good. The answer is linked to experimental method. Understanding is good and expression and use of psychological terminology is also good. 4 marks – The main components of the issue are clearly and accurately described. Detail is appropriate to level and time allowed. The debate is clearly related to experimental method. The candidate clearly understands the issue in question. Confident use of psychological terminology and concepts.

  9. What should you include..?

  10. 12 mins

  11. What should you include..?

  12. Plan your answer: 15 mins

  13. Candidates may draw comparisons between the types of data collected, or may use evaluation issues such as reliability, validity, reductionism, determinism, ethics, usefulness, etc. Can be similarities and/or differences Top marks: 7-8 marks – • Explanation of terms is accurate and use of psychological terminology is comprehensive. • The supporting examples (two or more) of theories/studies described is appropriate and taken from at least two different sources. • Explanation of knowledge (theories/studies) is accurate, coherent and detailed. • Elaboration, use of example, quality of description is very good. The answer is competently structured and organised (global structure introduced at start and followed throughout) • Quality of written communication is very good. Comparisons - methods

  14. During exp and obs we thought about studies that used this method. Compare the experimental method with one other method of collecting data. [8](compare it to observations)

  15. 5–6 marks – Explanation of terms is mainly accurate and use of psychological terminology is competent. The supporting examples (two or more) of theories/studies described is taken from at least two different sources. Explanation of knowledge (theories/studies) is mainly accurate, coherent and reasonably detailed. Elaboration, use of example, quality of description is good. The answer has some structure and organisation. Quality of written communication is good. 7–8 marks – Explanation of terms is accurate and use of psychological terminology is comprehensive. The supporting examples (two or more) of theories/studies described is appropriate and taken from at least two different sources. Explanation of knowledge (theories/studies) is accurate, coherent and detailed. Elaboration, use of example, quality of description is very good. The answer is competently structured and organised (global structure introduced at start and followed throughout) Quality of written communication is very good. For 5–6 marks the candidate needs to give at least one point of comparison between the methods with well supported examples. For 7–8 marks there should be at least two points of comparison linked with evidence from both the experimental method and the other method.

  16. 5. Discuss the _________of using ___________ research. (8)  • Let’s discuss this question together • It can come up in various forms • E.g. discuss the extent to which psychology can be considered a science • E.g. Discuss the usefulness of research that uses the experimental method • E.g. Discuss whether or not it is possible to conduct psychological research that is completely ethical How are you going to approach this type of Q – what will you include?

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