1. A level Coursework

2. What sort of topics? Some examples…. The effect of leading questions on memory of a film clip The effect of chunking on the recall of letters in STM A questionnaire study on the relationship between “hassles” and illness A conformity study (using written answers)

3. What topics should I avoid? Lots of ethical problems likely with developmental psychology and individual differences In any study, try to design it to avoid ethical problems

4. NEXT GOALS For July 20 th : Research decisions Design statement Research Aim & Plan For Sept 8 th : Pilot (holidays) Project brief proposal (in class) Introduction References

5. KEY DATES NEXT TERM First complete draft – October 6th Last draft – November 3rd Completed submission – December 4th

6. Careful thought and planning early on saves work and problems later

7. Your study must be related to past published research within the syllabus

8. Keep your research aims simple and clear

9. Keep a record of your references as you work on your project plan and introduction

10. Careful thought and planning early on saves work and problems later Your study must be related to past published research Keep your research aims simple and clear Keep a record of your references as you work on your project plan and introduction