research method where the researcher observes the subject in a natural setting without interfering

research method in which data are collected from groups of participants of different ages and compares so that conclusions can be drawn about differences due to age

research method that involves an intensive investigation of one or more participants

research method in which data are collected about a group of participants over a number of years to assess how certain characteristics change or remain the same during development

the measure of a relationship between two variable sets of data

any factor capable of change

the group to which an independent variable is applied

the group that is treated the same way as the experimental group except that the experimental variable is not applied

a change in participants illness or behavior that results from a belief that the treatment will have an effect rather than from the actual treatment

Participants are aware they are being observed.

A semi-structured interview

The __________ is the one manipulated by the researcher.

The ___________is expected to change as the IV changes.

A ___________ is the group of individuals taking part in the research study.

__________ refers to the extent to which the results of the study can be applied beyond the sample and the settings used in the study.

_____________ ____________ are variables that can potentially distort the relationship between the IV and the DV.

In __________ __________ every member of the target population has an equal chance of becoming part of the sample.

In_____________ _______________you recruit participants that are more easily available.

What are two methods of surveying?

In experimental studies which group receives nothing? In other words, they do not get the variable that is under study.

Which of the following distinguishes the true experimental research from the quasi-experimental research?