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A level Coursework

THE PSYCHOLOGY PROJECT. A level Coursework. 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

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A level Coursework

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

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

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

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

  8. GOLDEN RULES • Keep your research aims simple and clear

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

  10. GOLDEN RULES • 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

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