Question

stages and procedures of psychological research

Answer 1

1 - Identification of the research problem
Finding a problem or topic of interest that is to be researched.

2 - Construction of the research hypothesis
Construct a testable prediction of the relationship between two or more events or characteristics. It is an educated guess about what the results of the research will be.

3 - Design the methods
Determining the specific features of the design, and can be chosen from experiments, observational studies, case studies, and surveys. A combination of research methods can be used.

4 - Collection of data
Conducting the research in an objective way, taking steps to prevent personal factors from influencing the any aspect of the research. The data must be recorded free of bias and prejudice.

Data collection techniques
Observation, self reports, standardised tests, and psychological recordings.

5 - Analysis of the data
The raw data is processed, organised, and represented in a meaningful way.

6 - Interpretation of the data
Conclusions are drawn from the results obtained in the research study. These conclusions relate directly to the hypothesis. Generalisations are made.

7 - Reporting of research findings
Reporting the research findings to those who may be interested in the results. This is typically done in a report or submitted to a journal for publication.