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berenicecastro

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Identify the five steps that you need to consider in setting up an observational study.
 
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Why do psychologists study animal behavior?
 
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Meganchabluk

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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

(a) Conduct a literature search to see what others have already done.
(b) Identify valid methods of observation
(c) Determine the focus of your observations; that is, what behaviors will you monitor?
(d) Set up your sampling strategy, identifying those you will observe, where you will do it, and when you will do it.
(e) Train the investigators to be reliable in their observations.

Answer to Question 2

Some psychologists study animal behavior because they find it interesting in and of itself. Animal studies can also give us an idea about the relationship between the animal and its environment. This could lead to efforts at preservation of these environments, helping endangered species. Some psychologists have the goal of learning how to control wild pests, like rats. Finally, animal research can provide clues about enhancing the welfare of captive and domesticated animals.


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