Correlation Research Pros and Cons
As with all research designs, correlational research has advantages and disadvantages. Of course, one of the main disadvantages is that it does not provide information about cause-and-effect relationships. Unfortunately, many people, especially the public, tend to infer cause-and-effect outcomes from correlational research. Advantages of correlational research are that the outcomes are more likely to apply to a wider group or population (generalizability), can identify specific areas for future research (especially experimental designs), and help researchers better understand the strength and direction of relations between variables.
Upon successful completion of this discussion, you will be able to:
· Evaluate the pros and cons of correlational research.
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Resources
· Textbook: Scientific Advances in Positive Psychology
· Article: Principles of Scientific Research: Correlational Research
· Article: Principles of Scientific Research: Correlations and Causations
Optional
· Webpage: Industrial and Organizational Psychology
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Background Information
In this discussion, you will explore the correlation research design. This discussion introduces correlation design, which will assist you in other assignments for this workshop.
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Instructions
1. Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.
2. Review page 238 in your textbook, Scientific Advances in Positive Psychology.
3. Review the following resources:
a. Principles of Scientific Research: Correlational Research
b. Principles of Scientific Research: Correlations and Causations
c. A Correlational Test of the Relationship Between Posttraumatic Growth, Religion, and Cognitive Processing
d. Optional webpage: Industrial and Organizational Psychology
4. Navigate to the discussion topic and respond to the following discussion prompts:
a. What are the pros and cons of correlational research?
b. How is correlational research conducted? Is it ‘controlled?’
c. What types of patterns can be found using correlational methods?
5. Your initial post:
a. Should be between 400 to 500 words.
b. Is due by the end of the fourth day of the workshop.
6. Read and respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings, as well as instructor follow-up questions directed to you, by the end of the workshop.
7. Your postings should also:
a. Be well developed by providing clear answers with evidence of critical thinking.
b. Add greater depth to the discussion by introducing new ideas.
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