Have you ever had difficulty choosing a research project? Have you ever wondered how your work will be marked?
This book will help students to understand the coursework specifications and marking criteria for a number of key exam boards, including; AQA (Specification A and B), OCR, EDEXCEL, and SQA. It provides specific and highly relevant advice on how to maximise achievement in coursework. Guidance is offered on how best to choose a research project, through to practical advice on how to carry out research and write up reports. Topics to be avoided are also considered and advice is provided on how to navigate the difficulties and avoid common pitfalls.
Key issues covered include:
An overview of the main methods of investigation in psychology
Data analysis, including how to present data in Word and Excel and how best to comment on findings
How to draw conclusions from data and create inferential statistics
Incorporating a series of examples, including an investigation from start to finish, and a laboratory experiment, this book provides clear, practical advice. It will be an invaluable tool for GCSE, AS, and A2 students, helping them to maintain their
motivation through coursework assignments and to achieve their potential.
