Unit 2: Conducting Psychological Research

Learning Aim A (simplified): P1: Explain the principles for conducting psychological research P2: Explain the research process and key terms used when undertaking psychological inquiry M1: Assess the principles and processes involved when undertaking psychological inquiry D1: Evaluate the importance of conducting research and the research process in psychological inquiry

Learning Aim C (simplified): P5: Perform a pilot study in one area of psychology P6: Explain findings using appropriate formats M3: Analyse findings from conducting own research using appropriate formats No Distinction content for LA C!

Learning Aim B (simplified): P3: Plan for a pilot study using appropriate methods P4: Explain proposals for own pilot study M2: Assess different research methods when planning research proposals in psychological inquiry D2: Evaluate use of different research methods when planning research proposals in psychological inquiry

Learning Aim D (simplified) : P7: Discuss success of own research using self-reflection and feedback from others P8: Explain implications of own research on future practice, provision and professional development M3: Analyse own research findings using self-reflection and feedback from others for future practice, provision and professional development D3: Evaluate findings, and the effectiveness of own research, using appropriate formats, self-reflection and feedback from others, and...