Psychology: Rosenthal and Hawthorne Effect

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In summary, the Rosenthal effect is when the outcome of a study is influenced by the experimenter's expectations, while the Hawthorne effect is when subjects' behavior is altered by being observed. A good way to remember the difference is to think of the Placebo Effect as an example of the Hawthorne effect.
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I keep confusing the Rosenthal Effect and Hawthorne Effect with one another. Does anyone know a good way to remember the two?

Thanks.

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When you have great expectations of a weed and you enthrall it so you can harness its productive power, it become a rose

When people are being observed by a hawk, it's like a thorn in their shoe, keeping them from stopping.

OR

rose is the intent
thorn is a consequence
 
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Pythagorean said:
When you have great expectations of a weed and you enthrall it so you can harness its productive power, it become a rose

When people are being observed by a hawk, it's like a thorn in their shoe, keeping them from stopping.

OR

rose is the intent
thorn is a consequence

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Did you just make those up?! They are very cool!

BiP
 
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I did! Copyright May 2012
 
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Hi there!

I think you should always remember that the Rosenthal effect occurs when the outcome of a study is skewed when the subject responds based on an awareness of the experimenters expectations.The Hawthorne effect occurs when subjects performance is altered by an awareness that they are being observed. Best example is the Placebo Effect.
 

1. What is the Rosenthal effect in psychology?

The Rosenthal effect, also known as the Pygmalion effect, refers to the phenomenon where higher expectations lead to an increase in performance. In psychology, this effect has been observed in various settings, such as classrooms, workplaces, and even in research studies.

2. How does the Rosenthal effect impact research studies?

The Rosenthal effect can significantly impact research studies by biasing the results. If researchers have high expectations for certain participants or conditions, they may unconsciously influence the outcome of the study, leading to inaccurate conclusions.

3. What is the Hawthorne effect in psychology?

The Hawthorne effect refers to the phenomenon where individuals modify their behavior when they know they are being observed. This effect can occur in various settings, such as workplaces, schools, and research studies, and can influence the results of the study.

4. How does the Hawthorne effect impact research studies?

The Hawthorne effect can impact research studies by altering the behavior of participants, leading to inaccurate results. Participants may change their behavior in response to being observed, which can affect the study's validity and reliability.

5. How can researchers minimize the impact of the Hawthorne effect in their studies?

Researchers can minimize the impact of the Hawthorne effect by using various techniques, such as blinding, deception, and naturalistic observation. These methods can help reduce the participants' awareness of being observed and, therefore, minimize the effect on their behavior.

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