quasi-experimental research

research in which the investigator cannot randomly assign units or participants to conditions, cannot generally control or manipulate the independent variable, and cannot limit the influence of extraneous variables. Field research typically takes the form of quasi-experimental research. Also called nonexperimental research. See quasi-experimental design.

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Psychology term of the day

November 22nd 2024

consciousness of freedom

the sense of choice people tend to experience in making decisions and controlling actions in the absence of overt coercion. It may be the intuitive basis for the widespread belief in free will.