Identify three research methods that are commonly used in educational psychology.
What will be an ideal response?
The three basic methods used to gather information in educational psychology are descriptive, correlational, and experimental. Descriptive research includes observation (whether in a laboratory or in a natural setting), interviews and questionnaires, standardized tests, case studies, and ethnographic research. Students may also mention program evaluation, action research, or teacher-as-researchers.
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a. move from school placements to life in the community. b. arrange for tutoring when needed. c. move from preschool placements to elementary education placements. d. move from a resource room back into a regular education classroom.
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A) mental retardation B) adaptive behavior C) social competence D) daily living skills
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A. Semi-partial correlation. B. Bivariate correlation. C. Point-biserial correlation. D. Partial correlation.