0h 20m
This activity demonstrates how a simple correlation analysis can be carried out. Correlations tell us about the relationship between pairs of variables. For example:
shoe size and height;
age and language learning performance.
The example used in this activity relates to the influence of personality on time perception. The expectation is that there is a relationship between personality and time perception. The experimental hypothesis predicts that ‘there is a negative correlation between extraversion and time perception’.
You may find it helpful to read about the Eysenck Personality Questionnaire (EPQ). It scores for extraversion and neuroticism. A sample of this data is used in the activity.
The following variables are used:
Age | is generally recorded to rule it out as a confounding variable. |
Gender | is usually recorded as a control variable. |
Extraversion | is one of the three personality traits measured by the EPQ. |
Neuroticism | is one of the three personality traits measured by the EPQ. |
Estimation | is the time estimated by participants in the study. |
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