observations Flashcards

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what is a naturalistic observation

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carried out in an unaltered setting where the observer does not interfere

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give one strength of a naturalistic observation

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allows researchers to see real behaviour in the real world

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give one limit of a naturalistic observation

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respect privacy

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what is a controlled observation

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under controlled conditions

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why can naturalistic observations not produce a cause and effect

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lack of control of extraneous variables

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how can problems with consent and deception be avoided in both naturalistic and controlled observations

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debrief

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what is a covert design

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the identity of the researcher and participants are controlled

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what is an overt observation design

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when the researcher is open about their intentions

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give 2 strengths of a covert design

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less chance of social desirability and demand characteristics

can be used when participants don’t want to cooperate with the experimenter

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give 2 weaknesses of covert designs

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replication is difficult

ethics

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