Research Methods in Social Sciences

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Across
  1. 3. A sample that accurately reflects the population being studied
  2. 6. A variable that is manipulated in an experiment
  3. 7. A form of bias where the researcher influences results unintentionally
  4. 9. A research method using previously collected data
  5. 11. A research method involving in-depth investigation of a single case
  6. 13. A document that informs participants about a study before they agree to take part
  7. 14. A statistical technique used to determine relationships between variables
  8. 16. A research design that compares different groups at one point in time
  9. 17. A research method that involves systematically watching and recording behaviour
  10. 20. A research method that tests cause-and-effect relationships
  11. 21. The extent to which study findings can be generalised to the target population
  12. 22. The process of defining and measuring variables in a research study
  13. 24. A measure of whether a study actually tests what it intends to test
  14. 25. A method that relies on non-numerical data like interviews and observations
Down
  1. 1. A principle requiring researchers to protect participants from harm
  2. 2. A type of bias where participants alter behaviour due to being observed
  3. 4. A variable that is measured in response to changes in another variable
  4. 5. A method involving detailed conversations to gather in-depth data
  5. 8. A research method involving multiple sources to confirm findings
  6. 10. A method that involves collecting numerical data
  7. 12. A study in which neither researchers nor participants know who is in the control group
  8. 15. A type of study that follows participants over time
  9. 18. The entire group a researcher is interested in studying
  10. 19. A process of ensuring consistency in measurements
  11. 23. A research method involving standardised questionnaires