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Research methods: analysis, interpretation and evaluation

Cambridge International paper 2: Research methods · Lesson 2 of 2

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Lesson 2 of 2 · Cambridge International paper 2: Research methods

Research methods: analysis, interpretation and evaluation

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Identify and classify qualitative and quantitative data, and distinguish between primary and secondary data in psychological investigations.
Construct, read and interpret tables, graphs and charts commonly used in psychology, and select appropriate ways to present data for different research aims and data types.

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Interpret patterns, trends and relationships in data, including the meaning of positive and negative correlations, and explain what can and cannot be concluded from correlational evidence.

Evaluate psychological evidence in terms of validity, reliability, objectivity and generalisability, and explain how methodological choices affect the trustworthiness of findings.

Draw evidence-based conclusions from results, identify weaknesses in procedure or design, and propose realistic improvements to increase the quality of psychological research.

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