PSY530-RS-EmpiricalResearchChecklist2.docx
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PSY-530 – Social Psychology
Empirical Research Checklist
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Defining Characteristic
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Contained in Article
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Abstract
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An abstract of the contents is provided.
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Introduction
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The purpose of the study is stated.
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The scope of the study is stated.
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A rationale for the study is provided.
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The hypothesis or research question is stated.
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Key concepts and terms are noted.
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A review of the literature is provided.
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Methods
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A description of the population sample is provided.
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The data collection procedure is presented.
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Other procedures to be used are described.
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Results
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A narrative statement of the findings is given.
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A description of the data collected is given.
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Findings are supported by graphs and charts.
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The analysis of the data is explained.
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Conclusion
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A summary of the study is provided.
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Conclusions related to the hypothesis are stated.
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Questions for future research are presented.
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References
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References used in the study are presented.
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