Studied by 0 peopleWhat is a theory?
An attempt to explain why something exists/occurs
What are the characteristics of a theory?
It is backed by evidence, it is testable, and is based on a series of assumptions or principles
Biological theories
based on assumption that our physiological roots affects our behaviour
Cognitive theories
based on the assumption that the way we perceive and think about the world and ourselves affects our behaviour
Sociocultural theories
based on the assumption that people around us and our environment affects our behaviour
What is the theory acronym?
TEACUP
What does TEACUP stand for?
Testable, Evidence, Application, Construct Validity, Unbiased, Predicts Behaviour
What is the research ethics acronym?
CARDUD
What does CARDUD stand for?
Consent, Anonymity, Right to withdraw, Deception, Undue stress or harm, Debriefing
What are the types of ethics?
Utilitarian and Deontology
Utilitarian ethics
focuses on outcome of ethical considerations
Deontology ethics
focuses on the morals of actions
What is the reporting research acronym?
SCCAR
What does SCCAR stand for?
Social implications, Continued anonymity, Continued protection, Avoidance of deception, Right to withdraw
What is the acronym for Peer Review
GREVM
What does GREVM stand for?
Generalisability, Reliability, Ethical considerations, Validity, Methodology
What are the two Validity types?
Internal and External validity
Internal Validity
control and experimental validity
External Validity
generalisability validity
What are the types of Quantitative experiments?
Laboratory, Field, Natural, and Quasi experiments
Laboratory Experiments
Controlled IV, Controlled environment, less extraneous variables,
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