IB+Psychology+-+Research+Methodology

SL/HL - Part 4 - Introduction to Experimental Research Methodology

HL - Part 3 - Qualitative Research in Psychology PPT - Qualitative Research in Psychology


 * Theory and Practice in Qualitative Research**
 * Distinguish between qualitative and quantitative data
 * Explain strengths and limitations of a qualitative approach to research
 * To what extent can findings be generalized from qualitative studies?
 * Discuss ethical considerations in qualitiative research
 * Discuss sampling techniques appropriate to qualitative research
 * Explain the importance of credibility in qualitative research
 * Explain the effect of triangulation on the credibility/trustworthiness of qualitative research


 * Explain reflexivity in research**

Hofestede Wahlstrom (sleep)
 * Interviews**
 * Evaluate semi-structured, focus group and narrative interviews
 * Discuss considerations involved before, during and after an interview
 * Explain how researchers use inductive content analysis on interview transcripts
 * Interview Research we're using:**


 * Observations**

Hall (Proxemic Theory) Zimbardo Cialdini et al. Sapolsky
 * Evaluate participant, non-participant, naturalistic, covert and overt observations
 * Discuss considerations involved in setting up and carrying out an observation
 * Discuss how researchers analyze data obtained in observational research
 * Observation Research we're using:**


 * Case Studies**

Marmot Taylor Greenberg Sandy Lake Pima Indians Money (HL) Genie (HL)
 * Evaluate the use of case studies in research
 * Explain how a case study could be used to investigate a problem in an organization or group
 * Discuss the extent to which findings can be generalized from a single case study
 * Case Studies we're using:**