Read the following article about navigating cross-cultural research:
https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/pdf/10.1098/rspb.2020.1245
This will also be uploaded to the “Content” section of the course page.
Upon reading the article, please write a 400-word post answering:
What is your overall response to this article? Do you agree/disagree with the authors?
Why is it important to include non-WEIRD samples in our research? Is WEIRD research truly generalizable?
What do the authors recommend for study site selection? Can you give an example of what an appropriate study site could look like?
Why is it important for researchers to be involved in the communities from which they collect data?
Why is an understanding of cultural norms important when researchers consider their design and methods?
Again, this post should be a minimum of 400 words. Then, make at least one reply post with a minimum of 150 words. (You will not be allowed to read others’ posts until you make your own original post).
Your original post is worth 20 points, and your reply post is worth 12 points, for a total of 32 points toward your final grade. Posts and replies are due by the date listed in the syllabus calendar. This topic touches on sensitive areas of psychology and culture, so be respectful toward each other. Posts that are directly disrespectful toward classmates or personally attack or insult will earn zero points.
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