A distinguishing feature of a quasi-experimental study is that it:
a. Involves manipulating variables of interest but not controlling additional variables that might affect results
b. Allows a researcher to collect quantitative but not qualitative data
c. Allows a researcher to determine correlation as well as causation
d. Requires an original study as well as an action plan based on research findings
a
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Different theories assign different degrees of ____________________ to various phenomena
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Why is it important to teach wellness concepts during the early childhood years?
A) Young children are capable of learning healthful behaviors and being participants in promoting their own wellness. B) Taking time to teach wellness concepts in school later may put children behind academically. C) Teachers need to teach these concepts because they are not being taught at home. D) Elementary school curriculum does not allow teachers to present wellness concepts.
How do current psychologists' views differ from Piaget's views of adolescent cognitive development?
a. Current psychologists disagree with Piaget's theoretical belief that adolescents construct their own knowledge. b. Current psychologists do not believe in the development of metacognitive skills during adolescence. c. Current psychologists disagree with Piaget's theoretical belief that many adolescents develop executive functions that are lost during adulthood. d. Current psychologists do not believe in the emergence of a discrete new cognitive structure at adolescence.
Helen has just conducted a quantitative review of the literature. This is known as:
a. A meta-analysis b. A meta-synthesis c. Part of the research plan d. A narrative review of the literature