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Supporting Evidence
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Research Methodologically Flawed
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Alternative Explanations
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Contradictory evidence/Further Supporting Evidence/Alternative Explanations/Real World Practical application etc
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Issues and Debates or Approaches
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Supporting Evidence
2.
Research Methodologically Flawed
3.
Alternative Explanations
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Contradictory evidence/Further Supporting Evidence/Alternative Explanations/Real World Practical application etc
5.
Issues and Debates or Approaches
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Understand AO3 Requirements: AO3 involves evaluating psychological theories, research studies, and concepts by considering their strengths, weaknesses, and wider implications. Practice identifying key evaluation points, such as methodological issues (sample size, validity, reliability), ethical considerations, and real-world applications.
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Use the PEEL Structure: A common approach to structuring AO3 paragraphs is PEEL:
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Point: State the evaluation point (e.g., "A strength of this study is its high internal validity").
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Evidence: Support it with evidence or examples (e.g., This is because the study was conducted in a controlled laboratory setting).
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Explain: Explain why this is important (e.g., "This increases confidence that the results are due to the independent variable").
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Link: Link back to the question or theory being discussed.
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Memorize Key Studies and Critiques: For each topic, create revision cards or notes summarizing core studies, their findings, and key evaluation points. Focus on aspects like methodology, ethical issues, generalizability, and cultural bias.
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Practice Timed Essays: Write practice essays or paragraphs focusing on AO3, using past exam questions. Time yourself to build speed and confidence, ensuring you can evaluate effectively within the exam time limits.
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Use Mnemonics for Evaluation Points: Create mnemonics to remember common AO3 points such as G.R.A.V.E. (Generalizability, Reliability, Application, Validity, Ethics) for studies or theories.
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Incorporate Wider Context: To impress examiners, include discussion of wider implications, such as how a theory has contributed to society, whether it applies across cultures, or how it has influenced policies.
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Active Recall and Spaced Repetition: Regularly test yourself on AO3 content using flashcards or self-quizzing apps. Use spaced repetition to revisit key evaluation points over time, reinforcing your memory.
12.
Get Feedback: Ask your teacher or peers to review your AO3 practice answers. Constructive feedback will help you identify areas to improve and refine your evaluation style.
1.
Understand AO3 Requirements: AO3 involves evaluating psychological theories, research studies, and concepts by considering their strengths, weaknesses, and wider implications. Practice identifying key evaluation points, such as methodological issues (sample size, validity, reliability), ethical considerations, and real-world applications.
2.
Use the PEEL Structure: A common approach to structuring AO3 paragraphs is PEEL:
3.
Point: State the evaluation point (e.g., "A strength of this study is its high internal validity").
4.
Evidence: Support it with evidence or examples (e.g., This is because the study was conducted in a controlled laboratory setting).
5.
Explain: Explain why this is important (e.g., "This increases confidence that the results are due to the independent variable").
6.
Link: Link back to the question or theory being discussed.
7.
Memorize Key Studies and Critiques: For each topic, create revision cards or notes summarizing core studies, their findings, and key evaluation points. Focus on aspects like methodology, ethical issues, generalizability, and cultural bias.
8.
Practice Timed Essays: Write practice essays or paragraphs focusing on AO3, using past exam questions. Time yourself to build speed and confidence, ensuring you can evaluate effectively within the exam time limits.
9.
Use Mnemonics for Evaluation Points: Create mnemonics to remember common AO3 points such as G.R.A.V.E. (Generalizability, Reliability, Application, Validity, Ethics) for studies or theories.
10.
Incorporate Wider Context: To impress examiners, include discussion of wider implications, such as how a theory has contributed to society, whether it applies across cultures, or how it has influenced policies.
11.
Active Recall and Spaced Repetition: Regularly test yourself on AO3 content using flashcards or self-quizzing apps. Use spaced repetition to revisit key evaluation points over time, reinforcing your memory.
12.
Get Feedback: Ask your teacher or peers to review your AO3 practice answers. Constructive feedback will help you identify areas to improve and refine your evaluation style.
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