chapter 12 a&b

Flashcards summarizing key concepts and guidelines from the lecture on writing empirical articles.

What is the overriding purpose of writing an empirical paper according to Carol Bem?

To tell the world what you have learned from your study.

What is the recommended structure for a standard journal article?

It usually includes an introduction, methods, results, and discussion.

How should the introduction of an empirical paper be structured?

It should begin broadly and become more specific until introducing the study, then broaden out again in the discussion.

What writing style does Bem suggest for empirical articles?

Write in simple English prose and avoid jargon.

What should be included in the literature review section of an empirical paper?

A summary of the current state of knowledge in the area, including what previous research has been done.

How should references be formatted in APA style?

Include the author(s), year of publication, title, journal name, volume, issue, pages, and DOI.

What are the key components of the Methods section in an empirical article?

Provide sufficient detail for replication, an overview of the study, and descriptions of participants, materials, and procedures.

What does Bem indicate is important to do in the Results section?

Tell a story that includes the hypothesis, the methods and measures, and the outcome of the hypothesis before reporting statistics.

What key advice does Bem give for the discussion section of an empirical paper?

Discuss what you learned, point out limitations, implications, and suggest avenues for future research.

What should the title of an empirical paper accomplish?

It should be about 10 to 12 words, fully explanatory, and identify the theoretical issues of the variables under investigation.

Why is the abstract considered important in an empirical paper?

It summarizes the paper and helps readers decide whether to read the full paper.

What is one of the main pieces of writing advice Bem offers?

Omit needless words.

What bias should be avoided in contemporary academic writing?

Bias in language.

How should citations be structured when referencing multiple authors in APA style?

Use 'et al.' after the first citation if there are three or more authors.

What should researchers be aware of when using the term 'data'?

That 'data' is plural and should be referred to as 'these data'.