Written by Alana Brentnall
ISBN 978-1-876918-77-4
CONTENTS
UNIT 3
1. Research Methods
1.1 Experimental Research Methods
1.2 Non-Experimental Research Methods
1.3 Ethical Considerations
1.4 Data Collection
1.5 Research Designs
1.6 Correlation
1.7 Data Interpretation
1.8 Sources of Error
2. Self
2.1 Biological Influences/Bases of Behaviour
2.2 Cognition
3. Others
3.1 Relational Influences
3.2 Communication
UNIT 4
4. Self 2
4.1 Developmental Psychology
4.2 Personality
5. Others 2
5.1 Social Psychology
5.2 Culture and Values
ANSWERS TO TERMINOLOGY AND REVIEW QUESTIONS
TRIAL TESTS
SOLUTIONS TO TRIAL TESTS
ESSAY QUESTIONS
SAMPLE ESSAY ANSWERS
PSYCHOLOGY THEORIST SUMMARY
PSYCHOLOGY THEORIST SUMMARY ANSWERS
GLOSSARY
TO THE STUDENT
WELCOME TO YEAR 12 PSYCHOLOGY
The purpose of this study guide is to assist you with your preparation for exams and tests. It consists of review questions and answers on the three topics: Research Methods, Self and Others. It also includes Trial Tests and Essays with detailed answers.
This study guide has been written in sections, in accordance to the syllabus. Each section relates to the topics ‘Research Methods’ Unit 3 and 4 ‘Self’ and Unit 3 and 4 ‘Others’.
Research Method
The first section of your final exam will be compiled of Research Method questions. Chapter 1 begins with a syllabus checklist of Research Methods and a brief overview of what is required. Research Methods, is a continuation of the Year 11 Research Method section, however, it is important you review this section leading up to your examination. Included in the chapter are example questions, followed by study problems for you to answer.
Review Questions and Answers
The rest of the review questions are split into ‘Self’ and ‘Others’ for both Unit 3 and 4. These will provide you with all the required knowledge to help you with the trial tests. They begin with a syllabus checklist and psychological terminology, which will help you answer exam questions more thoroughly. Followed by numerous study questions related to the syllabus.
Trial Tests and Essays
This section follows the format of your final exam:
Section One: Research Methods – 20% Section Two: Short Answer – 55% Section Three: Extended Answer – 25%
Every question has its own detailed answer, sometimes with more information than is required in an examination. It is imperative you are familiar with the terminology used in the syllabus and are able to apply your knowledge in your answers.
This study guide is designed to cover all areas of the syllabus of which you can work through at your own pace and in any order. Psychology is an interesting subject that looks at how we think, feel and behave.
I wish you all the best with your revision. Good luck!
Alana Brentnall
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