Topic selection in psychology
Hey everyone. I need some consultation on topic relating to psychology. It, being a vast topic, has become cumbersome to work on this subject. I am thinking to pick a new. Please suggest me something.
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Danielle Veronneau
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Anmar Bishara
IPA & Thematic analysis
Could anyone make a clear distinction between IPA and Thematic analysis in psychology?
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Robert Taylor
Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) and thematic analysis both can be used to analyse most types of qualitative data such as interviews, focus groups, diaries, qualitative surveys, secondary sources, vignettes, story completion tasks etc. The basic difference is that coding in TA begins after a process of data familiarization, in which the researcher notes any initial analytic observations about each data item and the entire data-set. Coding in IPA consists of a process of ‘initial commenting’ or ‘initial noting,’ in which the researcher writes their initial analytic observations about the data on the data item.
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bridgette6020
In IPA, researcher codes his first data and develops themes for it instead of first coding the entire data, which happens in thematic analysis. Also, two levels of theme development involved in IPA but only one in theme analysis. Google it for I do not have much knowledge about these levels.
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Anmar Bishara
Okay, I will do that but thanks for briefing. Does the result yielded through both methods differ?
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bridgette6020
Not much. Similar results are likely to be obtained. Analytic methods do effect but not much since the concept remains same.
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Anmar Bishara
But the question remains same. Which is better?
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Robert Taylor
I would suggest thematic analysis when you want to use data that do not capture first-person accounts of personal experiences (such as focus groups or story completion tasks), and when working with larger samples.
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desmondneace2
How to understand the basics of GLM
NEED HELP URGENTLY! Please suggest readings and overview of General Liner Model. I have to begin from the very start. Please suggest me something to know all the basics of it.
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Robert Taylor
GLM is a t test for assessing the difference of two mean values in analysis of qualitative variable (can be used for multiple variables too). Because of its flexibility to incorporate multiple quantitative and qualitative independent variables, the GLM has become the core tool for fMRI data analysis. Follow the link to get more information http://brainvoyager.com/bv/doc/UsersGuide/StatisticalAnalysis/TheGeneralLinearModel.html
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desmondneace2
thanks
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Henry Lush
this will help you http://statmath.wu.ac.at/courses/heather_turner/glmCourse_001.pdf
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Robert Taylor
Coding in Grounded theory
What is the difference between open, axial, and selective coding? Actually, I am currently working on axial coding for one of my research projects, so need more and more information to do it better.
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Henry Lush
It’s a three tier process; in open coding, tentative labeling of chunks of data that summarize what you see is needed. Axial coding is done to identify relationships among the open codes. And in selective coding, figure out the core variable that includes all of the data. Then reread the transcripts and selectively code any data that relates to the core variable you identified.
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abbiehrv20215
Okay so they are inter-related?
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Henry Lush
One can say that. These are more stages/phases involved in qualitative research.
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Henry Lush
Also, while preparing an axial coding, we must put subsidiaries categories around a main category like conditions, strategies, context, and consequences.
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Robert Taylor
Got it. Thanks for reverting back.
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abbiehrv20215
How to prepare group discussion for MBA?
Can someone recommend me the tricks or techniques to crack GD of MBA? Only 2 weeks left and I don’t think I’m well prepared. HELP!
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rachael rita
It doesn’t matter. If you think smooth talking is all examiners look for then you are wrong. Priority is given to the ones who talk sensibly and logically.
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manette
You still have got two weeks; utilize them in a proper manner. Study relevant topics thoroughly, train your mind to think, analyze and then talk. Writing essays can actually give your thought process a structure.
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abbiehrv20215
Yeah, I practice to speak in front of mirror but don’t know why, how, and when I begin stumbling. I’m really getting sick of this.
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rachael rita
First of all, stay focused and try to frame arguments standing in front of the mirror which will boost your confidence. Don’t just go ranting about anything randomly which may seem out of context.
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Henry Lush
What is ABD?
Can anyone tell me what actually is ABD? My supervisor scares me that I would be called ABD if I don’t work harder and focused. There are numerous articles available describing ABD status but I don’t find anything disgraceful about it. What are your opinion pals?
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Lucie Roger
First of all, ABD stands for ‘All But Dissertation’ used to identify those PhD students who have successfully prepared coursework, passed preliminary exam or any other qualification required for PhD but yet has to complete or defend thesis successfully. And to get more clear idea of ABD, check out this article http://www.slate.com/articles/life/education/2014/08/abds_all_but_dissertation_ph_d_candidates_who_can_t_quite_finish.html
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manette
I agree. It’s not at all disgraceful. If it is disgraceful then how about PhD candidates? A candidate is someone is enrolled in PhD and may or may not have completed his coursework. And ABD is much more advanced than a candidate since he has completed coursework and fulfilled other requirements, only left dissertation.
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abbiehrv20215
But isn’t ABD is called a candidate who has done all but dissertation? In my opinion, candidate and ABD can be used interchangeably.
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carinanicoll 4:05 am on January 1, 2017 Permalink | Log in to Reply
You can choose one out of various types of psychology and then research only about that type.
• Clinical Psychology
• Counselling Psychology
• Social Psychology
• Organisational Psychology
• Neuropsychology
• Health Psychology
• Forensic Psychology
• Development Psychology
Finley Holmes 2:08 am on January 2, 2017 Permalink | Log in to Reply
I agree to you. Explaining about a single type is beneficial than taking 2-3 types and making it complex. When you will dig into a particular type, you will find its type too. You research will neither be too narrow nor too broad.
Tia Ross 10:11 am on January 2, 2017 Permalink | Log in to Reply
If it is being that difficult for you to pick a topic, you can go for online topic selection assistants. My friend took help from them and succeeded to get a good topic for his research. You can refer to the following link.
http://www.dissertationindia.com/dissertation_topics.html