methods: operationalisation

Question 1

what does operationalising the independent variable (iv) and dependent variable (dv) mean?

Answer 1

• making the iv and dv precise and specific
• deciding how the iv will be manipulated and how the dv will be recorded

Question 2

why is operationalisation important in an experiment?

Answer 2

• ensures the study can be precisely replicated to check reliability
• increases objectivity by measuring the outcome in the same way
• allows other psychologists to assess the validity of the research

Question 3

how does operationalisation contribute to objectivity in research?

Answer 3

• the outcome is measured in the same way by all researchers
• the outcome is not open to interpretation