Research Methods in Psychology

This video provides a walkthrough of the 2022 Paper 2 exam, focusing on Section C: Research Methods. It covers the importance of applying knowledge to scenarios, explains controlled observations, and discusses behavioral categories and time sampling. The video also addresses reliability, statistical tests, and the impact of quantitative data on validity. Additionally, it explores the economic implications of research findings and outlines the structure of a scientific report, concluding with a guide on designing an experiment.

What is a key factor in scoring well on the research methods section of the exam?

• Using complex vocabulary

• Memorizing all definitions

• Applying knowledge to scenarios

• Writing lengthy answers

In the controlled observation study, what was the main focus?

• Parental involvement

• Educational outcomes

• Social behaviors of children

• Cognitive development

Why are controlled observations and standardized scripts used in research?

• To enhance control over variables

• To reduce sample size

• To simplify data analysis

• To increase ecological validity

What is a limitation of controlled observations?

• They are time-consuming

• They lack ecological validity

• They require large samples

• They are difficult to replicate

Which of the following is a behavioral category that could be used in the observation?

• Child sharing toys

• Child's height

• Child's favorite color

• Child's age

What is time sampling in the context of observations?

• Recording behavior once

• Recording behavior randomly

• Recording behavior at set intervals

• Recording behavior continuously

What is one strength of using time sampling in observations?

• It captures all behaviors

• It is easier to manage

• It provides detailed data

• It requires fewer observers

In designing an experiment, why is it important to control extraneous variables?

• To increase sample size

• To simplify the procedure

• To ensure consistent results

• To reduce the cost of the study

What is a benefit of using a questionnaire in data collection?

• It requires face-to-face interaction

• It can be easily standardized

• It is time-consuming

• It provides qualitative data

What is the purpose of using an independent groups design in an experiment?

• To eliminate order effects

• To increase the complexity of the study

• To ensure all participants receive the same treatment

• To reduce the number of participants