Due Date: Nov 23, 2015 23:59:59       Max Points: 145

Details:

Clearly identifying the independent and dependent variables in a study is a critical aspect of any research project. The dissertation is no different. This assignment will allow you to practice your skills in identifying research variables.

General Requirements:

Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:

• In a study investigating the effects of humor on memory, Schmidt (1994) showed participants a list of sentences, half of which were humorous and half were non-humorous. Schmidt found that participants consistently recalled more of the humorous sentences than the non-humorous sentences, demonstrating that the use of humor increased participants’ recall of sentences.
• Instructors will be using a grading rubric to grade the assignments. It is recommended that learners review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment in order to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
• Doctoral learners are required to use APA style for their writing assignments. The APA Style Guide is located in the Student Success Center.
• This assignment requires that at least two additional scholarly research sources related to this topic, and at least one in-text citation from each source be included.

Directions:

In as essay of 250-500 words, thoroughly address the following items:

1. Define the term independent variable and identify the independent variable for this study.
2. Describe the scale of measurement used for the independent variable.
3. Define the term dependent variable and identify the dependent variable for this study.
4. Describe the scale of measurement used for the dependent variable.
5. Provide an example of a simple study using Schmidt (1994) as a model. State the purpose of the research (Schmidt’s purpose was to examine the effects of humor on memory), the research question (Schmidt’s research question was: What are the effects of humor on memory?), the independent variable, and the dependent variable for your study.

Rubric

 

Top of Form Rubrics Identifying Variables    1 Unsatisfactory 0.00% 2 Less Than Satisfactory 76.00% 3 Satisfactory 81.00% 4 Good 89.00% 5 Excellent 100.00% 70.0 %Content   17.0 %Definition and Identification of the Independent Variable The term independent variable is not defined and the independent variable in the study is not identified. The term independent variable is incorrectly defined and the independent variable in the study is incorrectly identified. The term independent variable is defined correctly though only in a cursory manner, but the independent variable in the study is incorrectly identified. The term independent variable is defined correctly though only in a cursory manner, and the independent variable in the study is correctly identified. The term independent variable is defined correctly in a thorough manner, and the independent variable in the study is correctly identified. 17.0 %Definition and Identification of the Dependent Variable The term dependent variable is not defined and the dependent variable in the study is not identified. The term dependent variable is incorrectly defined and the dependent variable in the study is incorrectly identified. The term dependent variable is defined correctly though only in a cursory manner, but the dependent variable in the study is incorrectly identified. The term dependent variable is defined correctly though only in a cursory manner, and the dependent variable in the study is correctly identified. The term dependent variable is defined correctly in a thorough manner, and the dependent variable in the study is correctly identified. 16.0 %Descriptions of Scales of Measurement Descriptions of the scales of measurement used for the independent and dependent variables are not present. Descriptions of the scales of measurement used for the independent and dependent variables are present but inaccurate. Descriptions of the scales of measurement used for the independent and dependent variables are present but cursory. Descriptions of the scales of measurement used for the independent and dependent variables are present and thorough. Descriptions of the scales of measurement used for the independent and dependent variables are present and thorough including rich detail that demonstrates exceptional understanding. 10.0 %Example Study No example study is presented. An example study is presented, but it does not model the Schmidt study and it does not contain all of the required components. An example study is presented that provides a vague resemblance to the model of the Schmidt study, but some required components are not correctly identified. An example study is presented that parallels the model of the Schmidt study moderately well. All required components are included and are correctly identified. An example study is presented that clearly and completely parallels the model of the Schmidt study without duplicating the study. All required components are included and are correctly identified. 10.0 %Synthesis and Argument No synthesis of source information is evident. Statement of purpose is not followed to a justifiable conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses non-credible sources. Synthesis of source information is attempted, but is not successful. Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility. Synthesis of source information is present, but pedantic. Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis. Synthesis of source information is present and meaningful. Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative. Synthesis of source information is present and scholarly. Argument is clear and convincing presenting a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative. The synthesis and argument in the paper are of publication caliber. 20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness   20.0 %Thesis Development and Purpose Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim. Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear. Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose. Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. They are descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose. Thesis and/or main claim are clear and comprehensive; the essence of the paper is contained within the thesis. The development indicated by the thesis and/or main claim is acceptable for publication. 10.0 %Format   5.0 %Mechanics of Writing Mechanical errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used. Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, and/or word choice are present. Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used. Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. 5.0 %APA Format Required format is rarely followed correctly. An appropriate number of topic-related scholarly research sources and related in-text citations is not present. No reference page is included. No citations are used. Required format is attempted, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent. Some included sources are not scholarly research or topic-related. Reference page is present. Citations are inconsistently used. Required format is used correctly, although some minor errors may be present. Scholarly research sources are present and topic-related, but the source and quality of some references is questionable. Reference page is included and lists sources used in the paper. Sources are appropriately documented, although some errors may be present. Required format is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style. Scholarly research accounts for the majority of sources presented and is topic-related and obtained from reputable professional sources. Reference page is present and fully inclusive of all cited sources. Documentation is appropriate and citation style is usually correct. The document is correctly formatted to publication standards. All research presented is scholarly, topic-related, and obtained from highly respected, professional, original sources. In-text citations and a reference page are complete and correct. The documentation of cited sources is free of error. The paper could readily be accepted for publication. 100 %Total Weightage     Bottom of Form

Psy 275 Week 4 Quiz Answer

 

Directions:  Please clearly indicate your choice for each of the following questions.  Post your quiz to the Assignments Section for grading.a

 

Week Four Quiz-PSY 275

 

 

1.         Which of the following is not a known cause of childhood anxiety?

a.         Overprotective parents

b.         Parents avoid or reject the child

c.         Parental anxiety

d.         Too many friends

 

2.         Which of the following is the most common treatment for childhood anxiety disorders?

a.         Gestalt Therapy

b.         Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

c.         Existential Therapy

d.         Family Systems Therapy

 

3.         Which of the following is not a documented potential cause of conduct disorder?

a.         Genetics

b.         Poverty

c.         Inadequate parenting

d.         Depressed mood

 

4.         It has been proposed that ADHD is caused by _________.

a.         Dopamine abnormalities in the brain

b.         Maternal substance abuse

c.         Ritalin

d.         Anxiety

 

5.         Which of the following is a concern with the medications that are currently used to treat ADHD?

a.         They are not effective.

b.         The findings of drug effectiveness studies may not be applicable to some minority groups.

c.         Not enough children are being medicated.

d.         They lead to a stigma for the child.

 

6.         Which of the following is a symptom for Autism Spectrum Disorder?

a.         Deficits in social communication and interaction.

b.         Easily develop and maintain relationships.

c.         Poor attention to tasks.

d.         Impulsivity.

 

7.         When treating Autism Spectrum Disorder, clinicians may choose to combine _____________ with behavioral therapies and different methods of training.

a.         A specific diet plan

b.         An exercise regimen

c.         Play therapy

d.         Psychotropic medications and specific vitamins

 

8.         Which of the following is not considered to be a behavioral symptom of oppositional defiant disorder?

a.         Argumentative

b.         Defiant

c.         Irritable

d.         Impulsive

 

9.         Oppositional defiant disorder is ________common in boys than girls before puberty.

a.         More

b.         Less

c.         Just as

d.         Twice as

 

10.       Previous research has stated that there was a relationship between vaccines and the development of autism spectrum disorder. Recent research has now found that ________________.

a.         The original study was correct and the MMR vaccine causes autism.

b.         The original study was methodologically flawed and failed to demonstrate any relationship between the two.

c.         The original study was referring to multiple vaccines.

d.         The original study has been supported by later research.

 

 

 

 

 

 

PSY/275 Week Four Quiz