Flashcards in Research Studies Deck (7)
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Research studies
Studies and tests hypothesis.
Must have reliability and validity.
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Hypothesis
Testable explanations of observed events.
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Reliability
The study produces consistent results when replicated.
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Validity
The study accurately measures what it claims to measure. Three types of validity.
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Construct (1)
Type of validity where the study measures the effect that it is trying to measure.
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Internal (2)
Type of validity where the study shows that only the experimental factor caused an effect.
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