Educational Research Methodologies

Questions and Answers

What is the primary emphasis of methodologies in educational research?

Logical-positivism utilizing experimental and quantitative methods (correct)

Exploratory research without any specific focus

Qualitative research methods derived from the humanities

Descriptive research methods focusing solely on numbers

What characterizes quantitative research?

Use of narrative data and open-ended responses

Utilization of non-numeric data for conclusions

Ability to analyze data in numeric terms (correct)

Focus on personal experiences and observations

Which of the following examples represents qualitative research?

A survey measuring reading proficiency across diverse backgrounds

Statistical analysis of attendance rates in schools

Interviews conducted with mothers of handicapped infants (correct)

A study comparing test scores of students using two different teaching methods

How is a study considered experimental in nature?

If random assignment of subjects to different conditions is applied Signup and view all the answers

What type of research typically utilizes ethnography?

Qualitative research from the humanities Signup and view all the answers

In which research type can data be expressed as numbers?

Quantitative research methods Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following methods is best suited for gathering narrative data?

Phenomenological research approaches Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a descriptive study from an experimental study?

Descriptive studies analyze data before intervention Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of qualitative research?

To gain an in-depth understanding of human experiences Signup and view all the answers

Which field most heavily influences educational research methodologies?

Psychology Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Methodologies of Educational Research

Educational research methodologies primarily draw from behavioral and social sciences, particularly psychology, sociology, and anthropology.
Logical-positivism underpins these fields, emphasizing experimental and quantitative research methods.
Some educational research issues may be better suited to phenomenological (qualitative) approaches, influenced by humanities like history and philosophy, or social sciences such as ethnography.

Types of Research

Research is categorized into two main types: quantitative research and qualitative research.

Quantitative Research

Involves data that can be analyzed numerically.
Example: Comparing two reading teaching methods for first graders, using test scores to assess effectiveness.
Can be experimental (random assignment to teaching methods) or descriptive (analyzing pre-existing data after instruction).

Qualitative Research

Focuses on scientifically describing events and individuals without numerical data.
Example: Conducting interviews with mothers of handicapped infants, exploring the impact on their lives and beliefs.
Involves careful analysis of responses to identify patterns and discrepancies.

Description

Explore the diverse methodologies used in educational research, which often draw from behavioral and social sciences like psychology, sociology, and anthropology. This quiz delves into the emphasis on logical-positivism and contrasts quantitative methods with qualitative approaches.