PSY391 TMA01 (Tutor-Marked Assignment 01) SUSS : July 2024 – Applied Research Methods & Statistics, Singapore

Question 1

Examine the research approach(es) adopted by Jiang and Ngien (2020) and the underlying philosophical approach taken. Critically appraise and judge the strength and limitations of the identified approach(es) in relation to the study’s purpose and objectives.

Question 2

Apply your knowledge of research methodology and evaluate the sampling method and procedures used by Jiang and Ngien (2020) by discussing its strengths and limitations in relation to the study’s research purpose and objectives. Also discuss one ethical consideration to the sampling method.

Question 3

Jiang and Ngien (2020) concluded that Instagram use did not directly increase social anxiety, but social comparison (a proximal outcome) and self-esteem appeared to be mediators.

a) Apply your knowledge of qualitative interviews and propose 4 questions that can be used to find out more about the factors contributing to social comparison and self-esteem. Each question should be accompanied with one corresponding prompt. Note: these questions will be asked during a semi-structured interview.

b) Using chatGPT, generate 2 additional questions and critically appraise and judge the questions using your knowledge of developing a question to be asked in a semi-structured interview. Note: you must include the 2 prompts used and output generated by chatGPT in the main body of your answer, and reference them appropriately.