Whenever an experiment is conducted using samples rather than the entire population, there is innate uncertainty.  Regardless of how large or how well-drawn the sample, all aspects of the entire population cannot be fully represented.  An experimental design based on randomization provides maximum control as humanly possible of this innate uncertainty. 

Assume you have been asked to speak to a group of beginning doctoral students who have just started an introductory research methods course. Based on the assigned readings and additional research, create a multimedia PowerPoint presentation to address the following information:

• Discuss the distinction between random selection and random assignment.  Determine how random selection and random assignment would contribute to the reduction of uncertainty. Provide examples to illustrate your findings.
• Explain how random selection and assignment might help to reduce experimental error and mitigate threats to validity. 
• Select at three sampling methods to critique, then discuss the procedure and benefits of each.

Incorporate appropriate animations, transitions, and graphics as well as speaker notes for each slide. The speaker notes may be comprised of brief paragraphs or bulleted lists.

Support your presentation with at least five scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources may be included. 

Length: 12-15 slides (with a separate reference slide)

Notes Length: 200-350 words for each slide

 

Be sure to include citations for quotations and paraphrases with references in APA format and style where appropriate. Save the file as PPT with the correct course code information