Question: This discussion will focus on the following research methods used in personality psychology:

Correlational studies

Experimental studies

Case methods

Imagine your team is applying for a grant to conduct a major study in personality psychology. Before getting into the specifics of the study, the team leader has asked each team member to discuss one of the different research methods available in personality psychology. You will be assigned a research method based on the first letter of your last name.

Your initial post will describe the assigned research method and how it is implemented. Discuss how personality researchers use the method and also discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the research method assigned. Be sure to mention the appropriate applications of the method you are describing. The overall goal here is to inform the team about the appropriate use of your research method as well as its strengths and weaknesses. Your instructor may reassign research methods as needed for this discussion, so check the announcements for any reassignments.

First Letter of Last Name Research Method

A-H Correlational: Longitudinal Studies

I-P Experimental Methods

Q-Z Case Study Research Methods

Respond to two peers' posts that examine the other two research methods. Compare the strengths and weaknesses of their methods with your own. Are there similarities and differences to applications for the methods you are comparing?