Research Methods

Experimental methods Research issues Experimental designs Types of experiments Sampling Ethical issues and ways of dealing with them Pilot studies Observatinal techniques Observational design Self-report: Questionaiires Self-report: Interviews Correlations Types of data Measures of central tendency and dispersion Presentation of quantitative data Statistical tests Peer review Case studies Content analysis Reliability Validity Probability Significance Psychological reports ...

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41 pagina's

Geschreven in 2024/2025

bellabeatton

A2 research methods complete summary from a student who scored over 90% overall in their A-level psychology exams. Also includes all statistical tests needed for A-level, and extra details on how to perform the calculations for those students who are interested in studying psychology at university.

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18 pagina's

Geschreven in 2016/2017

scienceandpsych

These revision notes cover Research Methods for AQA A-Level Psychology, providing clear, structured explanations of key concepts, research designs, statistical tests and practical research skills required for the A-Level specification. **Topics covered include:** - **Experimental methods** – laboratory, field, natural and quasi-experiments, including independent and dependent variables. - **Research designs** – independent groups, repeated measures and matched pairs. - **Observationa...

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16 pagina's

Geschreven in 2023/2024

jasminegarlick

Bundle of all the topics in AQA A-level Psychology Paper 2: Includes notes for Approaches, Biopsychology, Research Methods. The notes feature in-depth AO1 and AO3 breakdowns so you know how to answer any 16 marker

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Nina45692

Concise, exam-focused notes covering the full AQA A-level Psychology Research Methods topic. They include experimental methods and designs, sampling techniques, ethical issues, observational techniques, self-report methods, correlations, data handling and descriptive statistics, inferential testing and choosing the right statistical test, and reporting psychological investigations. Key points and worked examples are ready to use in exam answers, with clear explanations of the maths skills you ne...

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19 pagina's

Geschreven in 2026/2027

Nina45692

Concise, exam-focused notes covering the full AQA A-level Psychology Research Methods topic. They include experimental methods and designs, sampling techniques, ethical issues, observational techniques, self-report methods, correlations, data handling and descriptive statistics, inferential testing and choosing the right statistical test, and reporting psychological investigations. Key points and worked examples are ready to use in exam answers, with clear explanations of the maths skills you ne...

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32 pagina's

Geschreven in 2026/2027

Nina45692

A 17-page independent workbook for AQA A-level Psychology 7182 learners who want to explain why a statistical test fits a study. Includes 12 original test-choice scenarios, four sign-test datasets, four error-diagnosis tasks and three worked examples. Covers aim, related or independent design, measurement level, assumptions, the eight named test choices, sign-test ties and direction, critical values, p-value interpretation and Type I/II errors. Includes writing space, separated solutions, neares...

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17 pagina's

Geschreven in 2026/2027

ricardodejong1

Selling AQA A-level psychology notes on ALL PAPER 2 TOPICS (Research methods, Approaches, Biopsych) These have every possible 16 marker essay plan and everything you need to know for the exam. These notes helped me get an A* in A level Psychology! (I only studied these during A-level exams)

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twilightxcafee

Selling AQA A-level psychology notes on ALL PAPER 2 TOPICS (Research methods, Approaches, Biopsych) These have every possible 16 marker essay plan and everything you need to know for the exam. These notes helped me get an A* in A level Psychology! (I only studied these during A-level exams)

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twilightxcafee

Selling AQA A-level psychology notes on Paper 2 Research Methods topic These are detailed notes covering everything you need to know for the whole topic of Research Methods. These notes helped me get an A* in A level Psychology! Please note that these have been written in accordance to the specification at the time of my study and exams (June 2026), and I have tried my best to edit them for the specification change the following year.

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28 pagina's

Geschreven in 2026/2027

twilightxcafee

This document gives an in-depth summary of research methods. This includes sampling, quantitative and qualitative methods that exams might ask you about. Each term has definitions, advantages and disadvantages.

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5 pagina's

Geschreven in 2026/2027

wendylearning

this includes research methods, Biopsychology and approaches

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miamcaree

these mind maps I created is everything you need to know in research methods and more as this is not the new spec - if you are using the new spec you can still purchase these as the older spec just had more content but all of the same stuff you need to know - these mind maps helped me get an A* in psychology

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7 pagina's

Geschreven in 2026/2027

miamcaree

- Specification-tailored A* Essay plans (Ao1 + Ao3) for all paper 2 content - APPROACHES + BIOPSYCHOLOGY + RESEARCH METHODS - Colour coding of researchers / key stats / marking vocabulary to aid recall / blurting / flashcards

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abifoley1

INCLUDES: - Research methods ao1 and ao3 for all the specification points - Organised under headings taken from the specification How? - Past paper analysis, directly including phrases from mark schemes

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19 pagina's

Geschreven in 2025/2026

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63 pagina's

Geschreven in 2025/2026

koyelimukherjee-bose

This package contains everything you need to pass your exams. These in-depth notes push your marks into the A's, with the help of evaluation and essay structure assistance. Everything you need is in one place! Trust me.

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jorja3

These ULTIMATE A-Level AQA Psychology Research Methods (Year 2) Notes provide a thorough, advanced, and highly exam-focused resource. These notes cover complex concepts and integrate essential knowledge with practical application.

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18 pagina's

Geschreven in 2024/2025

jorja3

This ULTIMATE Psychology A Level First Year Notes Package provides a complete and comprehensive resource for mastering your First Year or A-Level's, and builds the crucial foundation for Second Year and exams. Everything you need in one place!

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jorja3

These ULTIMATE A-Level AQA Psychology Research Methods notes provide a complete first year exam-focused guide. These notes also provide equations, examples, and simple explanations.

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28 pagina's

Geschreven in 2024/2025

jorja3

Master every Paper 1, 2 & 3 module with the exact active recall flashcards I used for an A*. Covers all compulsory topics plus Schizophrenia, Forensic & Cognition. Includes high-level AO3 evaluation, 16-mark essay prep, and advanced Year 2 Research Methods. Save 40% with this complete 11-module set. Exam-ready, proven results.

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digbycharlotte

Stop guessing which statistical test to use. These A* flashcards are specifically designed to tackle the high-level Year 2 Research Methods content that often appears in the most challenging sections of Paper 2 and Paper 3. If you struggle with the difference between Type I and Type II errors, or if the Features of Science feel too abstract, these cards break them down into "mark-ready" definitions and applications. Use the same logic and examples I used to secure my A*. What’s Covered...

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17 pagina's

Geschreven in 2022/2023

digbycharlotte