Revision top trump cards
Each card has the same focus points, such as findings, sample size and so on.
This deck contains:
Sample Size
Key Findings
Real-World Application
Strengths
Limitations
Research methods revision cards for both units 2 and 4 (unit 4 content indicated on a different colour to help separate for when only used for unit 2)
Content suits all exam boards but made initially for WJEC.
Research Method Scramble
To help psychology students review different research methods, their strengths, weaknesses, and key features in a fun and engaging way
Number of Players: 2-6
How to Play:
Card Setup: The deck of 52 cards is divided into four categories based on research methods (Experiment, Quasi-Experiment, Observation, and Interview/Questionnaire). Each category will have 13 cards, each describing a different aspect of that method (e.g., definition, strengths, weaknesses, types, etc.).
Game Start: Players take turns drawing a card from the shuffled deck. The player must read out the description or feature on the card and explain its significance in the context of research methods. They can give examples or elaborate further if they wish.
Challenge: If another player thinks the explanation is incorrect or incomplete, they can challenge the explanation. The player who drew the card must then provide a more accurate or detailed explanation. If they succeed, they keep the card. If they fail, the challenging player gets to keep the card.
Winning: The game continues until all the cards have been drawn. The player with the most cards at the end of the game wins.
Perfect for revision, classroom retrieval practice.
84 cards in total
How to Use the Cards:
Key Studies Deck: Each team draws one card at random and must answer the corresponding question based on the study details.
Questions/Challenges Deck: The team must correctly answer the question and explain their reasoning to earn points.
Set Up:
Prepare the Cards:
Deck 1 (Key Studies): These cards will have different aspects of the studies (e.g., sample details, procedure steps, findings, and conclusions).
Deck 2 (Questions/Challenges): These cards will contain questions or prompts based on the study, such as “What was the sample size for Milgram’s study?” or “What was the conclusion of Kohlberg’s study?”
Divide the Students into Teams:
Split the class into teams of 2-4 players each. Teams take turns drawing and answering questions.
How to Play:
Taking Turns:
Each team draws one card from the Key Studies deck and one card from the Questions/Challenges deck.
The first card will contain a fact from either Milgram’s study or Kohlberg’s theory .
The second card will be a question related to the fact on the first card.
Answering the Question:
The team that draws the cards must answer the question correctly based on the information on the first card. They can use their knowledge or notes to answer.
After answering, the team explains the answer. For example, if the question is about Milgram’s procedure, the team should describe the steps the participants went through, such as the draw for roles and the shock levels.
Points:
A correct answer earns the team 1 point.
If the team answers incorrectly, the opposing teams can “steal” the point by providing the correct answer.
Repetition:
The game continues with each team taking turns drawing and answering questions about the studies.
Winning the Game:
The team with the most points at the end of the game wins. You can set a time limit (e.g., 20 minutes) or go until all cards are used.
