23: The True Experiment: Rigid Research Methods

The True Experiment

• The most rigid method of research is called the experiment, experimental methods, or experimental design
• With all else being equal, this is the preferred method of data collection
• Steps involved in doing an experiment:
  1. Determine the theory
  2. Define the variables
  3. Develop the hypothesis
  4. Design experiment
  5. Gather subjects
  6. Test subjects
  7. Analyze results
  8. Report findings

*Obviously before any research can be done, a review of the literature is necessary.