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    Cnn ireporters explain the importance of variables and of theoretical frameworks. They explain the process of choosing variables and the four types of variables. They also explain the role of variables in the development of hypotheses.

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    Objectives for today

    Explain the importance of


    variables and of theoretical
    frameworks
    Describe the process of choosing
    variables
    Describe the four types of
    variables
    Prepare for Assignment 1

    Formulating the research


    problem

    Literature reviewExisting knowledge

    Using computer data bases


    ProQuest,

    EBSCO, etc.

    Possible explanations

    Key variables emerge from literature,


    observations & common sense

    Types of variables

    Independent
    Dependent
    Mediating
    Moderating

    Theoretical framework
    Impact of stress on health (McGonigal)
    Time spent
    caring for others
    Life
    events

    Stress
    level

    # of health
    problems
    Stress beliefs
    - Stress is bad
    - Stress is energizing

    Next steps

    in the research process

    Develop hypotheses: Empirical tests of


    the explanation
    Specific

    predictions related to particular

    sample
    Examples of bivariate hypotheses
    X is related to Y
    The greater the X, the less the Y

    Final steps in the research


    process

    Develop measures for key variables


    Collect data from a sample of
    participants
    Analyze data and decide whether to
    accept or reject hypotheses
    Make recommendations based on
    findings

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