Research Methods in Psychology
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6.1Discussion.InsideOut.docx
6.1 Discussion. Inside Out
Getting Started
You are on the side of a mountain listening intently to a man named Jesus. You hear the grumblings of the people all around you. You are fearful of an uprising. There are so many, many people here! Who is this man? What is He saying? What is He teaching? He seems like He has a good disposition—wise, kind, gentle and yet strong. Why are His words and teachings angering so many?
He is confusing. He is contrary. He does not “fit” into our mold or our way of life. He is different, perhaps too different. We have already heard Him speak about being poor. We have already heard Him say that those who mourn are blessed. What sense does that make? What is it that He is saying now?
“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.”
You are baffled. You are stunned. You are confused and, in this confusion, frustration begins to well up inside you. An unsettled feeling washes over you as you listen to others mutter to themselves. Yes, this man called Jesus is trying to turn our lives inside out.
Upon successful completion of this discussion, you will be able to:
· Describe what it means to live inside out.
Resources
· Bible
Background Information
If the Sermon on the Mount is about the Kingdom of Heaven—and our place in it—then where is it? How do we get there and what will it be like when we arrive? We seldom have the opportunity to sit quietly and look within. We seldom encounter the sound of silence. Perhaps we have never heard our own hearts beating, or our own breathing.
Set aside 15 minutes to practice this devotion: Sitting in Silence. Oh, it will be easy enough to say that this is impossible. There are too many things to get done, too many children to care for, too many dishes and loads of laundry to wash. Yet this is your assignment: Sit. Quietly. Silently. Listen. Listen for the Sounds of the Kingdom within. Let those sounds speak to you, and speak loudly. Let those sounds usher you into a new world, a world full of peace and strength, a world that is solid and sure, where faith becomes sight and our hearts ponder the goodness of the Lord.
Then, write about what it means to live “inside out.”
Instructions
1. Read the devotional on this page, “Inside Out.”
2. Navigate to the discussion topic and respond to the following discussion questions:
a. Describe what it means to live “inside out.”
3. Your postings should also:
a. Be well developed by providing clear answers with evidence of critical thinking.
b. Add greater depth to the discussion by introducing new ideas.
c. Provide clarification to classmates’ questions and provide insight into the discussion.
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6.2Discussion.QualitativeandQuantitativeMethods.HowtoDecide.docx
6.2 Discussion. Qualitative and Quantitative Methods. How to Decide?
Getting Started
In this discussion, you will explore qualitative research as a final examination of research designs for this course. There are many myths and stereotypes about qualitative research. Some people believe that only quantitative methods are appropriate so that a rigorous study can be undertaken. However, there are quite a few sound reasons to conduct a qualitative study. And, if the scientific method, along with guidelines provided by experts on conducting a qualitative study, are used, then a qualitative study can be just as rigorous and scientific as a quantitative study. Thus, you will take a look at some of the important aspects to consider in conducting a qualitative research study. Consider, too, whether your research question (for your research proposal) would benefit from a qualitative study.
Upon successful completion of this discussion, you will be able to:
· Evaluate qualitative and quantitative methods to discern when they should be used in research.
Resources
· Article: Posttraumatic Growth Experiences Among Tibetan Refugees: A Qualitative Investigation
· Video: Exploring Qualitative Methods
Background Information
For this discussion, you will not only evaluate qualitative research but also apply what you have learned about qualitative and quantitative research methods to your own research proposal. Communicate with your peers and instructor to see if there is any way to make your research proposal stronger, and to learn more about qualitative research. Note that you are not required to change anything in your research proposal; rather, consider whether a qualitative study (if you didn’t select that design) would be appropriate for your research question.
Instructions
1. Read the article, Posttraumatic Growth Experiences Among Tibetan Refugees: A Qualitative Investigation .
2. Watch the video, Exploring Qualitative Methods (45:33). Or you may read the transcript.
a. OpenAthens will prompt you to type in Indiana Wesleyan University to log in and watch the video.
3. Navigate to the discussion topic and respond to the following discussion questions:
a. What did you learn about qualitative research?
b. How did that learning inform your own research proposal? Would you want to change anything about your proposal? If so, what? If not, why not?
c. How will you use what you have learned to decide when you should use a qualitative or quantitative research design?
d. What questions do you have about qualitative research?
4. Your initial post:
a. Should be 400 to 500 words.
5. Your postings should also:
a. Be well developed by providing clear answers with evidence of critical thinking.
b. Add greater depth to the discussion by introducing new ideas.
c. Provide clarification to classmates’ questions and provide insight into the discussion.
d. Be posted on three different days during the workshop.
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6.1Discussion.InsideOut.docx
6.1 Discussion. Inside Out
Getting Started
You are on the side of a mountain listening intently to a man named Jesus. You hear the grumblings of the people all around you. You are fearful of an uprising. There are so many, many people here! Who is this man? What is He saying? What is He teaching? He seems like He has a good disposition—wise, kind, gentle and yet strong. Why are His words and teachings angering so many?
He is confusing. He is contrary. He does not “fit” into our mold or our way of life. He is different, perhaps too different. We have already heard Him speak about being poor. We have already heard Him say that those who mourn are blessed. What sense does that make? What is it that He is saying now?
“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.”
You are baffled. You are stunned. You are confused and, in this confusion, frustration begins to well up inside you. An unsettled feeling washes over you as you listen to others mutter to themselves. Yes, this man called Jesus is trying to turn our lives inside out.
Upon successful completion of this discussion, you will be able to:
· Describe what it means to live inside out.
Resources
· Bible
Background Information
If the Sermon on the Mount is about the Kingdom of Heaven—and our place in it—then where is it? How do we get there and what will it be like when we arrive? We seldom have the opportunity to sit quietly and look within. We seldom encounter the sound of silence. Perhaps we have never heard our own hearts beating, or our own breathing.
Set aside 15 minutes to practice this devotion: Sitting in Silence. Oh, it will be easy enough to say that this is impossible. There are too many things to get done, too many children to care for, too many dishes and loads of laundry to wash. Yet this is your assignment: Sit. Quietly. Silently. Listen. Listen for the Sounds of the Kingdom within. Let those sounds speak to you, and speak loudly. Let those sounds usher you into a new world, a world full of peace and strength, a world that is solid and sure, where faith becomes sight and our hearts ponder the goodness of the Lord.
Then, write about what it means to live “inside out.”
Instructions
1. Read the devotional on this page, “Inside Out.”
2. Navigate to the discussion topic and respond to the following discussion questions:
a. Describe what it means to live “inside out.”
3. Your postings should also:
a. Be well developed by providing clear answers with evidence of critical thinking.
b. Add greater depth to the discussion by introducing new ideas.
c. Provide clarification to classmates’ questions and provide insight into the discussion.
