Statistical Research in Psychology
Statistical Research in Psychology
Tiffany Fisher
GEN 315
Abstract
Many students, including myself, are unaware how important statistics can be to the research process in Psychology. In this report, I will discuss the method used to perform researches as well as the forms of data used through statistic in Psychology. This will include the advantages and disadvantages of each form used.
Introduction
Many studying Psychology might be shocked that statistics is a requirement. It is vital to understand statistics and how it relates when performing research. Many methods have been developed when researching a subject, most commonly known and used is the scientific method. The scientific method is a four-step process to ensure accuracy in the representation of the conclusion. Many forms of data are incorporated to prove or disprove a theory or hypothesis. These data are then classified as primary data or secondary data. Statistics is a vital form of data that can be used when forming your conclusion and it forms as mathematical proof.
The Scientific Method
To better understand the Scientific Method we must first understand that this method was developed to minimize the influence of bias materials and thoughts within the experimenter when testing their own or others theories and hypothesis. . (Appendix E, year unknown) Using the scientific method, we are able to collect reliable and valuable data. Statistics are the tools for researcher to collect additional data to better statistics as a whole. (Conolley, 2012) This method has been broken down to four basic steps to ensure the research is constructed accurately and remain reliable. (Appendix E, year unknown)
First step is to observe the happenings as well as describe what is being observed. This step begins the research method and leaves the experimenter with questions and thoughts on how to lead the experiment because they can better understand the subject. Secondly, the experimenter will formulate their
Tiffany Fisher
GEN 315
Abstract
Many students, including myself, are unaware how important statistics can be to the research process in Psychology. In this report, I will discuss the method used to perform researches as well as the forms of data used through statistic in Psychology. This will include the advantages and disadvantages of each form used.
Introduction
Many studying Psychology might be shocked that statistics is a requirement. It is vital to understand statistics and how it relates when performing research. Many methods have been developed when researching a subject, most commonly known and used is the scientific method. The scientific method is a four-step process to ensure accuracy in the representation of the conclusion. Many forms of data are incorporated to prove or disprove a theory or hypothesis. These data are then classified as primary data or secondary data. Statistics is a vital form of data that can be used when forming your conclusion and it forms as mathematical proof.
The Scientific Method
To better understand the Scientific Method we must first understand that this method was developed to minimize the influence of bias materials and thoughts within the experimenter when testing their own or others theories and hypothesis. . (Appendix E, year unknown) Using the scientific method, we are able to collect reliable and valuable data. Statistics are the tools for researcher to collect additional data to better statistics as a whole. (Conolley, 2012) This method has been broken down to four basic steps to ensure the research is constructed accurately and remain reliable. (Appendix E, year unknown)
First step is to observe the happenings as well as describe what is being observed. This step begins the research method and leaves the experimenter with questions and thoughts on how to lead the experiment because they can better understand the subject. Secondly, the experimenter will formulate their
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