9990 Psychology AO3 Exercise 2 Activity 1

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  Cambridge International AS & A Level Psychology 9990 (for examination from 2024)

  Skills Exercises - AO3 Analysis and evaluation
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  Exercise 2: Recognising bias

  
  

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    Activity 1: Validity

    
    

  • Select activity In psychology validity refers to the extent to whi...

    In psychology validity refers to the extent to which a researcher is testing what they intend to test.

    This makes validity an essential quality for learners to use when evaluating their own research or the research of others.

    There are several types of validity learners must consider.

    Using Worksheet 4: Validity will help learners distinguish the specific terms and use example from key or core studies to evidence each evaluation.

    After learners have completed the activity, show them the suggested answers using Worksheet 4: Validity answers to allow them to self-assess the quality of their responses. They can consider:

    • Which aspects of validity did I understand clearly?
    • What terms should I now revisit?
    • How can I improve my use of examples for validity?