Research methods Flashcards
(7 cards)
What are the key features of science in psychological research?
The key features are: objectivity, empirical evidence, replicability, falsifiability, theory construction, and hypothesis testing.
What does objectivity mean in psychological research?
Objectivity means that research findings are not influenced by personal feelings or opinions. Data is collected and interpreted in a neutral, unbiased way.
What is empirical evidence in science?
Empirical evidence is data gathered through direct observation or experimentation, not through personal beliefs or intuition.
What does replicability mean in science?
Replicability refers to whether a study can be repeated by other researchers and produce the same results, increasing reliability.
What is falsifiability according to Popper?
Falsifiability means that scientific theories should be stated in a way that they can be proven false through evidence. If a theory cannot be tested or potentially disproven, it is unscientific.
What is hypothesis testing in psychology?
Hypothesis testing involves making specific, testable predictions and then conducting studies to support or refute them.
What is meant by theory construction in science?
Theory construction involves developing general principles or explanations based on repeated observations and empirical data, which can then be used to predict future events.
