Psych - 0.2A

A statement of the procedures (operations) used to define research variables so that a study can be exactly replicated.

A testable prediction, often implied by a theory.

A condition in an experiment that can assume categories, levels, or values and be quantified (measured); usually dependent (measured) and independent (manipulated).

Research utilizing randomized assignment of participants to conditions and systematic manipulation of variables with the objective of drawing causal inference.

Research in which the investigator cannot manipulate its variables and regulate their participants.

A method of research that relies on measuring variables using a numerical system, reporting relationships among the studied variables.

A method of research that produces descriptive (non-numerical) data, reporting relationships among the studied variables.

Repeating the essence of a research study to observe whether the basic finding extends to other participants and circumstances.

The evaluation of scientific or academic work, such as research or articles submitted to journals for publication, by other qualified professionals practicing in the same field.

The logical possibility that an assertion, hypothesis, or theory can be shown to be false by an observation or experiment.

The extent to which results or findings obtained from a sample are applicable to a broader population.

The tendency of participants to give answers that are in accordance with social norms or perceived desires of the researcher rather than representative of their views.