Marking guide 302 - Murdoch University PDF

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Title, Abstract What; Why; How; Found What; Conclusion/Applications/Implications (3)

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Introduction (5) Introduction of Topic: Title and Statement of research question? Simple/brief rationale included? Significance (replication or new?) Sensible/realistic? Definitions of main variables (i.e., operationalised)? Hypothesis: Hypothesis stated? Hypothesis addresses research question?

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Method (10): Note that it is imperative to include all of these subsections in the method section Participants: Participants (channel of recruitment) & ethics (who, age, how obtained, special consideration?) Materials: Examples of stimulus materials for non-standardised test? Suitability if standardised? Procedure: Procedure outlined? Data analysis: IVs and DVs - levels and measures described? Alpha level stated? Relevant statistical statement, e.g., sphericity statement if applicable, data reduction, design, effect size? Murdoch University 17

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Results (10) - Descriptive statistics are effectively presented Inferential statistics are effectively presented Effect sizes are provided Variability measure are provided Figure is presented and utilised to explain the results Discussion (6) - Outline major findings Statement noting that results confirm hypothesis? Consistency of results with previous research considered? Examination of results obtained Limitations including methodological and statistical considerations including statistical power. Implications of results and future directions considered? References (1) - Complete and accurate following the APA format

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Other The following points will be considered in each section. Fluency and style of writing? Spelling, grammar, paragraphing? Correct in-text referencing style?...