16 Questions
Which research approach involves data gathering from large numbers of individuals with the intention of extrapolating the results to a wider population?
Quantitative research
Which research design involves identifying the characteristics, frequencies, trends, and categories of observed phenomena?
Descriptive
Which research design aims to study causal relationships?
Experimental
Which research design helps determine the consequences or causes of differences already existing among or between different groups of people?
Quasi-experimental/causal-comparative
Which research design helps establish a relationship between two variables without the researcher controlling any of them?
Correlational
Which approach is associated with numbers as the unit of analysis with the aim of measuring or describing phenomena?
Quantitative research
What is the purpose of sampling in research?
To select a subset of the population for data collection
What is a characteristic of good research design?
It should address potential sources of bias
What is the primary focus of using primary data in research?
To ensure a higher level of control over data quality
Which type of data is collected from sources like books, journals, and the internet?
Secondary data
What is the main advantage of using secondary data in research?
It provides essential information for literature review
Which characteristic of research design ensures consistent measurements over repeated measures?
Reliability
What does locale refer to in a research study?
A specific area where the study will be conducted
What characterizes good sampling in research?
Careful selection of a representative group from the population under study
What is the main drawback of primary data collection?
Time-consuming and costly
What is the primary focus of using secondary data in research?
To access readily available information
Learn about writing a research design and the components included in it, such as research approach and quantitative research methods. Understand the plan and structure for conducting a study and the procedures for obtaining data to address a problem.
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