A-LevelPsychologyResearch methods9990/23 · Oct/Nov 2020 · Q53 Marks
Explain what is meant by the ethical guideline of 'reward' in relation to animals in psychological research.
- (a)Explain what is meant by the ethical guideline of 'reward' in relation to animals in psychological research.[1]
- (b)Describe how the ethical guideline of 'species and strain' affects what psychologists should, or should not, do with animals.[2]
Mark scheme
Marking points from the official mark scheme (Oct/Nov 2020). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.
- 1 for explanation
- Motives for animals should be pleasant (reinforcement) rather than unpleasant (punishment/deprivation) = 1
- 2 marks for what psychologist should and or should not do (this will encompass any definition of the guideline)
- They should use a species/strain that will be less distressed;
- Use a species that will feel less pain;
- But use one that will serve the purpose of the experiment, so this is a compromise;
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