11th NCERT Psychology Chapter 2

– Goals of Psychological Enquiry: Description, Prediction, Explanation, Control, and Application of knowledge【4:3†source】.

– Nature of Psychological Data: Psychological data includes information on individuals' behaviors, experiences, and mental processes, tied to the context of data collection methods【4:3†source】.

– Observational Method: A method used to describe behavior by observing and recording it in naturalistic or controlled conditions【4:1†source】.

– Experimental Method: Establishing cause-effect relationships by studying the effect of independent variables on dependent variables with experimental and control groups【4:1†source】.

– Correlational Research: Investigating associations between variables and making predictions based on the strength of the relationship【4:1†source】.

– Survey Research: Informing about existing realities through structured or unstructured interviews, mailed questionnaires, or telephone surveys【4:1†source】.

– Psychological Testing: Standardized tests to assess individuals' standing in comparison to others, administered individually or to entire groups【4:1†source】.

– Case Study: Providing detailed, in-depth information about a particular case【4:1†source】.

– Analysis of Data: Done through quantitative methods (statistical procedures) and qualitative methods (narrative method, content analysis)【4:1†source】.

– Limitations of Psychological Enquiry: Includes lack of absolute zero point, subjective interpretation of qualitative data, and ethical considerations like voluntary participation and informed consent【4:1†source】.