This document discusses experimental research, which involves observing variables under controlled conditions. It defines experimental research as manipulating an independent variable through treatment or interventions to observe its effects on a dependent variable. It explains that the independent variable is the treatment that is measured and manipulated, while the dependent variable is the observed response. It also notes that control variables must be neutralized so they do not moderate the effects. Finally, it outlines the key steps in experimental research design as identifying the research question, reviewing literature, formulating hypotheses, determining the approach, and identifying the population and sample.