Psychology - Writing the (15) mark essays.

  • "Discuss the advantages of the scientific method in psychology"
  • "Discuss the disadvantages of the scientific method in psychology"
  • "Discuss ethical issues in the use of human participants in research in psychology"
  • "Discuss ways of dealing with ethical issues when using human participants in research in psychology"
  • "Discuss ethical issues in the use of non-human animals in research in psychology"
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Structured Writing

  • These essays must follow virtually the same structure in terms of writing style as all others, they do not however require any openings or conclusions.
  • Point
  • Evidence
  • Explain
  • It is also hugely important to include links to methods/studies when making any point.
  • Study
  • Method
  • Why?/Link
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Inclusions

  • Due to the time limitations of an exam you should be aiming to include at least 4-5 highly detailed points. 
  • In practice essays always use 6, this may not be possible within the given time limit but is good practice and provides knowledge of a wider range of points that you may wish to include.
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