PSYCH 255 Final Exam Study Guide

Consumer role vs. Producer role and their importance Answer consumers use research, producers put out research The Theory-Data Cycle Answer theory, research questions, research design, hypothesis, data Empiricism Answer basing conclusions on direct observations Applied Research Answer scientific study that aims to solve practical/specific problems (Has our school's new meditation program helped students focus longer on their math lessons?) Basic Research Answer collecting data to enhance general knowledge (What parts of the brain are active when experienced meditators are meditating?) translational research Answer research that uses knowledge derived from basic research to develop and test solutions to real-world problems (In a lab study, can meditation lessons improve college student's GRE scores?) probabilistic Answer research conclusions are meant to explain a certain proportion of possible cases, but may not explain all. benefits of scientific journals Answer - uses empirical research - peer reviewed