Methodology

Cards (15)

  • How old was the participant in the study?
    9 months
  • What name was given to the participant in the study?
    Little Albert
  • Why is the study not considered a case study?
    It focused only on Albert's response
  • Why is the study not classified as an experiment?
    There was only one condition tested
  • What was the main purpose of the study?
    To determine effects of certain stimuli
  • Who conducted the study?
    Watson and Rayner
  • How do Watson and Rayner refer to the study?
    As an experiment
  • What has happened to the term used by Watson and Rayner over time?
    It has become more restricted
  • Where was the study conducted?
    In a well-lit dark room
  • What was the mattress used for in the study?
    Albert was placed on it during the study
  • How can the study be described in terms of observation type?
    As a controlled observation
  • What type of room was used for the study?
    A room where photographs were developed
  • What was the primary focus of the study?
    Little Albert's response to conditioning
  • What does the term "controlled conditions" imply about the study?
    It was conducted in a regulated environment
  • What distinguishes this study from traditional experiments?
    It had only one condition tested