Practice Observational Method (2.4.1) - Methods of Enquiry in Psychology

Practice: Observational Method

Lesson 2.4.1Methods of Enquiry in Psychology

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Question 1.
What is the primary purpose of the observational method in psychology?
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Think about what psychologists aim to learn through observation.
Question 2.
Name one type of observation.
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Recall the categories discussed in class.
3Question 3.
What is an example of naturalistic observation?
- Watching children play in a park.
- Testing something in a lab.
- Observing behaviors through video analysis.
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Remember where the observation takes place.
4Question 4.
True or False: Observer bias can enhance the accuracy of observational data.
- True
- False
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Think about how personal opinion may affect observations.
Question 5.
Devise a small observational study using both participant and non-participant methods. List how you would conduct the study and the potential biases you might encounter.
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Think about how you can interact versus just watch.
Question 6.
Analyze a scenario where a researcher observed classroom behavior but became convinced that one student was disruptive due to their past experiences. How would you address this bias?
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Remember, data should be recorded first without judgment.

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