Two observations (one observation can be carried out if both qualitative and quantitative data are gathered in the same observation). In conducting the practical research exercise, you must:
design and conduct two observations (or one that gathers both qualitative and quantitative data) and include descriptive statistics as analysis, qualitative analysis using themes and a chi-square statistical test on an aspect of learned behaviour
make design decisions when planning and conducting the observation(s), including the use of behavioural categories, coding sheets and tallying, control, hypothesis construction, ethics and observer bias/effects
collect and present and comment on data gathered, including descriptive statistics; percentages, frequencies (as appropriate), graphical representation (bar chart, histogram as appropriate)
use a chi-square statistical test and explain the significance of the result
conduct a thematic analysis on the qualitative data gathered and describe the findings
consider the strengths and weaknesses of the observation(s) and possible design improvements
write up the procedure, results and discussion section of a report.
How age and sex affect driving speed.
Investigating the differences in helpful or polite behaviour in men and women.
Describe the sampling method you used in your learning theories and development practical investigation. (2) June 2017
Describe the results of the quantitative data that you gathered in your learning theories and development practical investigation. (2) June 2017
Explain one weakness of your learning theories and development practical investigation in terms of reliability. (2) June 2017
Describe the results of your learning theories and development practical investigation. (4) January 2019
Explain two strengths of your learning theories and development practical investigation. (4) January 2019
Explain one improvement that may be made to your learning theories and development practical investigation. (2) January 2019