What Are Some Advantages and Disadvantages of Pretest-Posttest Designs Compared

question 11

Essay

What are some advantages and disadvantages of pretest-posttest designs compared to posttest only designs?

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Definitions:

Control Over Events

The extent to which individuals believe they have power over outcomes and events in their lives, a concept often related to locus of control.

Entity Theorists

Entity theorists believe that personal qualities, such as intelligence and ability, are fixed and cannot change significantly over time.

Suppress Emotions

To consciously or unconsciously avoid expressing or acknowledging one's feelings.

Low Grades

Scores or marks indicating poor academic performance or understanding in educational assessments.