For this task, you will think of your research question and design two different experiments to test your hypothesis: an experimental design, and a quasi-experimental design. Design and describe each design to include the components noted below. Then, choose and justify the design that best fits your research hypothesis by fully explaining your decision rationale.
For the Experimental Design:
Operationally define both the independent and dependent variables. You will remember that the independent variable is one that is systematically changed or manipulated by the experimenter. The dependent variable reflects some aspect of participants or their response in relation to each condition of the independent variable.
Explain the manipulation (or change) in your independent variable.
Give your hypothesis and expected outcome.
For the Quasi-Experimental Design:
Operationally define both the (quasi) independent and dependent variables. Remember that in a quasi-experimental design, the independent variable will have two or more levels, but it is impossible to assign participants to these levels. Hint: Many participant characteristics can be used as quasi independent variables (e.g., gender, age, etc.) because you cannot assign these characteristics to participants.
Explain how your two groups differ.
Explain why, in this case, a quasi-experimental design is required (rather than experimental).
Give your hypothesis and expected outcomeAfter you complete the textbook readings, must use some of these terms.http://methods.fullerton.edu
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