Glossary A
Glossary A
In the context of psychology, the term "articulator" isn't commonly used with a specific, well-defined meaning. Generally, in broader contexts, an articulator refers to someone or something that articulates, i.e., the act of expressing or stating something clearly and concisely. In a psychological setting, this could refer to the ability or process whereby individuals express their thoughts, feelings, or needs.
Artifact refers to a concept pertaining to manufactured or human-designed objects. Artifacts are things people surround themselves with, such as clothes, jewelry, office decorations, cars, and many more that communicate information about the person. In the context of a research study, an Artifact is an external factor that could influence or distort measures. Artifacts threaten both internal and external validity.
Artifacts arc the things people surround themselves with (clothes, jewelry, office decorations, cars, and so forth) that communicate information about the person.