AP PSYCHOLOGY

RESEARCH METHODS THINKING CRITICALLY WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE

THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD AND DESCRIPTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which research design is focused on gathering information about self-reported perceptions or attitudes through questionnaires?
A
survey method
B
correlational study
C
naturalistic observation
D
case study
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The survey method is: A research technique designed to discover self-reported attitudes or behaviors through questionnaires.

Detailed explanation-2: -Survey research may use a variety of data collection methods with the most common being questionnaires and interviews. Questionnaires may be self-administered or administered by a professional, may be administered individually or in a group, and typically include a series of items reflecting the research aims.

Detailed explanation-3: -In short, qualitative research helps us understand the why, how, or in what way behind a particular action or behavior. Qualitative data is anything that describes or explains-from observations of an interaction, to quotes from people about their experiences, attitudes, beliefs, and thoughts.

Detailed explanation-4: -A self-report is any method which involves asking a participant about their feelings, attitudes, beliefs and so on. Examples of self-reports are questionnaires and interviews; self-reports are often used as a way of gaining participants’ responses in observational studies and experiments.

Detailed explanation-5: -Survey research a research method involving the use of standardized questionnaires or interviews to collect data about people and their preferences, thoughts, and behaviors in a systematic manner.

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