This is acceptable. There is no limitation to one IV in the guide. However, the more complex the study, the more options for error. Personally, I have only one student out of 38 who is doing an experiment. Most have chosen...
Deciding methodologyDear Ian, 1. This means that you have a set of scores for one variable (e.g., a math test) and a set of scores for another (a math anxiety scale). This is a correlational study and this is not allowed. 2. I don't understand...
Sample questionnaire 1Yes, that is correct.
P2A InterviewEstimada Esther, No, el nuevo plan de estudios no exige conocer las teorías socioculturales de la atracción. En su lugar, la cognición social se aborda desde una perspectiva cognitiva. Esto simplifica las cosas para los alumnos: en esencia,...
Interpersonal relationships: AttractionYes, the role of technology is an environmental factor. Question 1C may be any of the six concepts; it is not limited to causality or measurement.
P1C Causality: Cognition and environmentDear Helen, TOK is an integral part of the IB diploma, so whenever you can make links to TOK, this is great for students. Especially in psychology, we have many opportunities to do so.
Interviews and Thematic analysisDear Hannah These graphs are not from actual research, but are based on data trends. They are generated by AI in order to allow students to practice the skills required for Paper 3 assessment. If I use authentic graphs, they will be cited....
Data: Predict, observe, inferDear Joanna You will see this explained at the top of each chapter page. These topics are not part of the current curriculum, but I have left the chapters here so that students who are interested in the topics for EE or IA have some background...
Stress and substance useDear John, Do students need to do the topic coverend in the class? For example, for Health and well-being I am teaching substance abuse, but I would like the practical to be about stress (an easier topic to broach with all students). Best, Ron
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