Cambridge International AS & A Level Psychology 9990
Skills Exercises - AO2 Application
Exercise 1: Applying psychology to scenarios
Activity 2: Choosing samples
One of the first steps in
planning research is for learners to choose a sample.
Learners need to be able
to apply their knowledge of sampling techniques to a novel research situation.
This means identifying a suitable sample from a target population.
Learners must then decide
which features of the sample would be appropriate and provide detail the
technique that could be used to obtain their sample.
Using Worksheet 2:
Choosing samples, learners can complete the task to develop the AO2 skills
of applying their knowledge and understanding of samples and sampling technique
to unfamiliar situations.
After completing the
worksheet, use Worksheet 2: Choosing samples answers and ask learners to discuss in groups, adding any missing
information to their responses.
