RESEARCH STUDY 9.3

question 9

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RESEARCH STUDY 9.3
Dr. Phillips is a cognitive-developmental psychologist who studies how children learn mathematical principles. His current interest is in studying how children learn multiplication. He recruits 54 second graders who have not yet learned how to multiply numbers to participate in his study. He is curious as to whether different teaching styles lead to better mastery of the subject. One condition (A) involves having students read a chapter on multiplication from their textbook. One condition (B) involves having students watch a video of cartoon characters explaining multiplication. One condition (C) involves having students being taught multiplication from a teacher. One condition (D) involves having students being taught multiplication by a fourth grader. In all conditions, participants spend 30 minutes learning the fundamentals of multiplication and are then given the same 15-question multiplication test. The number of questions answered correctly is recorded. The data are below.

-Refer to Research Study 9.3 above to answer the following question.
Using Dr.Phillips's study as an example,explain the difference between a control group and a comparison group.Why did Dr.Phillips's study not have a control group?

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Definitions:

Skip Patterns

A survey or questionnaire methodology that directs respondents to certain questions based on their responses to previous questions.

Pretest

An initial test or assessment used to measure participants' knowledge, abilities, or attitudes before they undergo an intervention or study.

Survey Format

The structure and presentation of questions and response options within a survey.

Research Question

A research question is a clear, focused question that serves as the foundation of a research project. It defines the scope of the study and guides the research process by outlining the problem or area to be examined.