Homework: Research Methods Paper
Introduction
This homework examines and applies concepts in the Experimental Methods chapter and gives you the opportunity to practice research skills.
Instructions
Using the guidelines in Chapter 6 design an experiment that could test one of your hypotheses for your research proposal
In an APA Style paper, present your responses to the following prompts:
a. Describe your hypothesis, type of experiment and justify why this design is the best for answering this question. Present your independent and dependent variables. Note: a survey is not the same as an experiment. Surveys can present an experiment design BUT there has to be some type of manipulation and at least 2 conditions (experimental and control.
b. Describe the "ecology" [the place where it will take place]. Is experiment based around everyday life, a natural experiment, or is it more controlled/ systematic? If so, what kind of comparison is it? [This section is all about ecological validity]
c. Describe how you will select and assign participants to conditions.
d. Describe how you will protect your experiment's internal and external validity.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.