1. SCIENTIFIC METHOD Unit Overview Theory V. Hypothesis Sampling/Survey
Start Dice Activity
Describe how theories advance psychological science.

2. GOOD MORNING! HW: Module 7 Outline
Upcoming: Deadline for test corrections/retakes 10/02 (this Friday!)
We will get into a seating chart today at the beginning of class.

3. What to do if you are absent:
PROCEDURAL REMINDERS
What to do if you are absent:
Check Google Classroom, class notebook and the handouts bin. Ask a classmate!!
You are responsible for all work/information – even if you weren’t in class.
If you are here on test day, you test. The test date is always posted.

4. RESEARCH METHODS (8-10%) Module 4 (In class) Module 5 (09/27)
Unit 2 Exam 10/09: 50 Multiple Choice and one FRQ

5. THEORY V. HYPOTHESIS
Theory: often describe a large set of observations.
Ex: exercise increases energy levels
Hypothesis: something that can be tested - often created by a theory. Normally an “if, then” statement.
Ex: if I exercise for an hour a day, then I will have more energy.

6. PRACTICE
With your table partner, come up with three theories and then make a hypothesis from those theories.

7. Types of Description Methods in Psychology

8. THE CASE STUDY Case Study
Hyper focus on one or certain individuals to reveal truths
Many early brain studies were completed through case studies
Ex: Lobotomy

10. NATURALISTIC OBSERVATION
Describes behavior
Does not explain behavior

11. THE SURVEY
Survey
Less in depth
Word Effects
Ex: toddler tricks

12. Come up with the following for a mock research proposal: Theory
Practice
Come up with the following for a mock research proposal:
Theory
Hypothesis
Survey (Yes, create questions!)

13. THE SURVEY
Sampling
Random Sample
Representative sample*
Sampling bias

14. Reflection
Analyze your survey for wording effects. To what extent are your questions leading participants to an answer.
What type of sample would you use?
Random Sample
Representative Sample

15. Dice Activity