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What is the purpose of specific objectives in a research study?

  • They outline the methodology to be used in the study.
  • They summarize the findings of previous research.
  • They break down the general objective into measurable parts. (correct)
  • They are general statements expressing the overall aim.

    • In the context of research, what is meant by 'variables expressed in measurable terms'?

  • Variables that can be quantified and analyzed statistically. (correct)
  • Variables that are purely theoretical and provide no practical data.
  • Variables that can be qualitatively assessed without numbers.
  • Variables that cannot be changed or manipulated during the study.

    • Which of the following is an example of a specific objective from the given content?

  • Investigate general health trends among the elderly.
  • Determine the relationship between civil status and health-seeking behavior. (correct)
  • Assess the overall health of the population in Southern Mindanao.
  • Identify the health-seeking behavior of the elderly.

    • What demographic factors are considered in the research about health-seeking behavior?

    <p>Age, sex, and civil status.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a specific objective in the research study mentioned?

    <p>Evaluate the time taken for the elderly to seek medical help.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to suggest the type of analysis to be done in specific objectives?

    <p>To align measurement methods with the study's goal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary general objective of the research on health-seeking behavior?

    <p>Determine the demographic and socioeconomic factors affecting health-seeking behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following characteristics is included in the socioeconomic factors examined in the study?

    <p>Occupation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do explanatory studies primarily investigate?

    <p>The relationships between factors or variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of correlation research, what does the term 'causal relationship' imply?

    <p>Factors are merely associated without direct causation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of intervention or experimental research?

    <p>Evaluating the impact of specific interventions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of research is synonymous with explanatory studies?

    <p>Correlation research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a theory or hypothesis play in explanatory research?

    <p>It is assumed to explain observed relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of outcomes are typically evaluated in intervention research?

    <p>The effects of a specific intervention or treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding factors studied in correlation research?

    <p>Factors may contribute to a problem but are not confirmed causes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between explanatory research and intervention research?

    <p>Intervention research examines cause and effect, whereas explanatory research mostly focuses on association</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hypothesis primarily defined as?

    <p>An educated guess or tentative answer to a question</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a purpose of forming a hypothesis?

    <p>To provide a definitive conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of hypothesis suggests an expected relationship in one specific direction?

    <p>Directional Hypothesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of hypotheses, what does the term 'null hypothesis' refer to?

    <p>It indicates no effect or relationship between variables.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do hypotheses assist researchers?

    <p>Guiding statistical treatments and data gathering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of study is typically used to test hypotheses?

    <p>Intervention or evaluation studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about non-directional hypotheses is true?

    <p>They specify a relationship but not its direction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the roles of hypotheses in research conclusions?

    <p>They provide answers to the questions raised at the start of the study.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the scope in a research study?

    <p>To outline the general objectives of the research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the delimitation in research?

    <p>Limitations on the scope of research, including the population or time frame</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a research context, what does the term 'locale' refer to?

    <p>The geographic location where the data is collected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for the population in a research study?

    <p>It needs to be sufficient to allow for meaningful generalizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes an effective abstract in research?

    <p>It is concise, clear and presents a functional overview of the research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which period is a study determined to have been conducted according to the delimitation?

    <p>The specified time frame of data collection, either months or years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component does NOT belong to the scope of a study?

    <p>The detailed methods of data collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following traits is NOT a characteristic of an abstract?

    <p>It must be biased towards the research findings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of an abstract in a research paper?

    <p>To highlight the selling point of the paper and attract readers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the keywords or key terms in an abstract be utilized?

    <p>They should help readers remember the key points of the study</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect is emphasized as crucial for writing an abstract?

    <p>Being concise, precise, and meticulous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a misconception about the role of an abstract?

    <p>An abstract contains only the introduction of a research paper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might readers choose not to read the full research paper?

    <p>If the abstract is lengthy and unclear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should happen to the abstract if the paper's focus changes?

    <p>It should be revised to align with the new focus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following components is least likely to be included in an abstract?

    <p>In-depth methodologies used in the study</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of poorly written abstracts?

    <p>Reduced reader engagement with the full paper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Community volunteer workers

    • Research is done at Community X.
    • The text does not mention specific dates or time.

    Specific Objectives

    • Specific objectives are sub-objectives or smaller parts of a general objective.
    • Objectives identify specific variables examined in a study and are expressed in measurable terms.
    • Objectives suggest the type of analysis to be done.

    Example of Specific Objectives

    • Research title: “Demographic and Socioeconomic Determinants of Health-Seeking Behavior of the Elderly in Southern Mindanao”
    • This study aims to determine whether there is a significant relationship between demographic factors (age, sex, civil status) of the elderly and their health-seeking behavior.
    • The study aims to determine whether there is a significant relationship between socio-economic characteristics (educational attainment, community involvement, occupation, and income) of the elderly and their health-seeking behavior.

    Explanatory or Correlation Research

    • This type of research investigates relationships between factors or variables.
    • Certain factors are “assumed” to explain or contribute to the existence of a problem or a condition.
    • This research type uses a theory or hypothesis to account for or explain the forces that are "assumed to have caused" the problem.

    Intervention or Experimental Research

    • This research evaluates the effect or outcome of a particular intervention or treatment.
    • It studies the "cause and effect" relationship between certain factors on a phenomenon under controlled conditions.

    What is a hypothesis?

    • A hypothesis is an educated guess or a tentative answer to a question.
    • It is a statement about the expected relationship between two or more variables that can be empirically tested.
    • Hypotheses are tested in intervention/evaluation studies and correlation/relational studies.

    Purposes of specific questions and hypotheses

    • Help the researcher in designing the study: what methods, instruments, sampling design, and statistical treatments to use.
    • Serve as a basis for determining assumptions.
    • Serve as a basis for determining the relevance of data.
    • Serve as a basis for the explanation or discussion about the data gathered.
    • Help or guide the researcher in consolidating findings and formulating conclusions.

    Types of hypotheses

    • Null Hypothesis or Alternative Hypothesis
    • Directional Hypothesis or Non-directional Hypothesis

    Scope and Delimitation

    • A brief statement of the general purpose of the study.
    • The subject matter and topics studied and discussed.
    • The locale of the study, where the data was gathered.
    • The population or universe from which the respondents were selected (must be large enough for meaningful generalizations).
    • The period of the study, the time during which data was gathered.

    Example of Scope and Delimitation

    • This investigation was conducted to determine the status of the teaching of science in the high schools of Province A as perceived by teachers and students in science classes during the school year 1989-1990. The aspects looked into were the qualifications of teachers, their methods, facilities, forms of supervisory assistance, problems, and proposed solutions to problems.

    Abstract

    • A summary or synopsis of the full research paper.
    • Simple, direct, specific, functional, clear, unbiased, honest, concise, precise, self-sufficient, complete, comprehensive, scholarly, balanced, and should not be misleading.
    • The abstract needs to highlight the selling point of the paper to attract readers.
    • Constructed using keywords or key terms found in the paper, helping readers to remember the key points of the study.

    References

    • Calderon, J.F.Gonzales, E.C.Methods of Research and Thesis Writing.
    • Adanza, E.G.Bermudo, P-J.U.Rasonabe, M.B.Methods of Research: A Primer.
    • Laurentina Paler-Calmorin and Melchor A.Calmorin Research Methods and Thesis Writing (2nd Edition)
    • David, F.L.Understanding and Doing Research: Handbook for Beginners
    • Tullu M.S.(2019).Writing the title and abstract for a research paper: Being concise, precise, and meticulous is the key.Saudi journal of anaesthesia, 13(Suppl 1), S12–S17.https://doi.org/10.4103/sja.SJA_685_18

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    This quiz explores the specific objectives involved in community research, particularly focusing on health-seeking behaviors of the elderly. It discusses the relationship between demographic and socioeconomic factors and their impact on health-related choices. Understanding these objectives is crucial for effective community-based studies.

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