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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December 23rd 2024

affect inversion

see reversal of affect.