Understanding Psychological Research Methods 0.3

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the scientific methods and research techniques used in psychological science.

Scientific method

A self-correcting process used by psychological scientists for evaluating ideas through observation and analysis.

Peer review

A process where scientific experts evaluate a research article's theory, originality, and accuracy to determine its publication suitability.

Theory

An explanation of behaviors or events that organizes observations into a simplified and summarized form.

Falsifiable

The capacity of an idea, hypothesis, or theory to be disproven by observation or experiment.

Operational definition

A carefully worded statement detailing the exact procedures used in a research study.

Replication

Repeating a research study's essence with different participants to confirm the reliability of findings.

Case study

An in-depth analysis of individuals or groups over a long period, often used to gain insights into general truths.

Naturalistic observation

Recording the natural behavior of individuals in their typical environments.

Survey

A method of gathering data and insights by asking people questions.