Glossary C

Glossary C

Correlational method refers to the method whereby two or more variables are systematically measured and the relationship between them (i.e., how much one can be predicted from the other) is assessed.

Correlational observation refers to a research design in which the researcher attempts to determine whether two (2) or more variables are related without attempting to manipulate the variables or draw causal conclusions.

Correlational research involves collecting data in order to determine whether, and to what degree, a relationship exists between two or more variables An example of correlational research question is "Is poverty related to success of poor students in school?

Correlational research strategy refers to a general approach to research that involves measuring two (2) or more variables in order to describe the relationship between the variables. The variables are measured and recorded to obtain a set of scores, often two (2) scores, for each individual. Then, the measurements are reviewed to identify any patterns of relationship that exist between the variables and to measure the strength of the relationship.

Correlational studies refer to studies designed to yield information concerning the degree of relationship between two (2) variables. It is a non-experimental study designed to measure the degree of relationship, if any, between two (2) or more events, measures, or variables. Moreover, a Correlational study is a research procedure in which variables are measured and compared to detect any association but are not manipulated. Conclusions about cause and effect relationships are not permissible.

correlational study refers to a research procedure in which variables are measured and compared to detect any association but are not manipulated. Conclusions about cause and effect relationships are not permissible.

Deutsch: Übereinstimmung / Español: Correspondencia / Português: Correspondência / Français: Correspondance / Italian: Corrispondenza

Correspondence in psychology refers to the degree to which different measurements or observations align with each other. It can pertain to the relationship between behaviors and attitudes, the consistency between different self-reports, or the agreement between a person's perceptions and objective reality. This concept is crucial for understanding how accurately individuals perceive themselves and the world around them, as well as for validating psychological assessments and research findings.

Correspondence bias refers to the the tendency to assume that people’s actions and words reflect their personality, their attitudes, or some other internal factor, rather than external or situational factors. It relies more on dispositional information in explaining behavior and ignoring compelling situational information such as circumstances.