Chapter 3 Methods of Studying Adulthood
- Vignette 3.1 When I’m 64
- Vignette 3.2 Enhancing Self-Esteem
The Scientific Method: Implementation
- Author Commentary 3.1 Investigating Themes and Controversies
Hypotheses
- Sources of Hypotheses
- Research Variables
- Activity 3.1 Writing Formalized Hypotheses
Research Designs: Methods of Comparing Data
- Pre-Experimental Designs
- Experimental Designs
- Activity 3.2 Pretest-Posttest Design
- Quasi-Experimental Designs
Research Methods: Procedures for Collecting Data
- Observation Methods
- Case Study Methods
- Interview Methods
- Survey Methods
- Standardized Tests
- Multiple Designs, Methods, and Contexts
- Author Commentary 3.2 Modern Investigators and Their Methods
Challenges to Understanding Adult Development: Ethical Principles of Research
- Participant Protection and Welfare
- Informed Consent
- Deception
- Debriefing
- Withdrawal from Investigation
- Confidentiality
- Activity 3.3 Ethical Principles of Research
Chapter Summary
- Perspectives Across Disciplines: Investigating Adulthood
References
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