Social Psychology (Chapter 2)

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Compare the strengths and weaknesses of various research designs used by social psychologists.

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Strengths and weaknesses of research designs vary; some offer control and precision, while others provide ecological validity and depth.

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Explain the impact of cross-cultural studies on social behavior research.

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Cross-cultural studies highlight the influence of cultural contexts on social behavior, offering insights into universal and culture-specific phenomena.

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Discuss how the open science movement has influenced research methods in psychology.

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The open science movement promotes transparency, reproducibility, and collaboration, leading to more rigorous and reliable research methods in psychology.

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Hindsight Bias

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The tendency for people to exaggerate, after knowing that something occurred, how much they could have predicted it before it occurred.

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Previous Theories and Research

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Science builds on past knowledge and findings.

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Personal Observation

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Using individual experiences to develop hypotheses.

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The Diffusion of Responsibility

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A phenomenon where individuals are less likely to take action when others are present.

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Purpose of Ethnography

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To gain an in-depth understanding of a group's culture and practices.

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Inside Observation

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A key aspect of ethnography where researchers immerse themselves in the culture.

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Preconceived Notions

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Ideas or opinions formed before having the evidence for their truth or usefulness.