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What is research?
What is research?
Systematic investigation into the study of materials and sources
What is a research hypothesis?
What is a research hypothesis?
An educated guess that is used as a starting point for research
What is research data?
What is research data?
Facts and statistics collected during research
What is the purpose of research?
What is the purpose of research?
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Empirical research is based on the experience of the researcher.
Empirical research is based on the experience of the researcher.
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Logical research is based on invalid procedures and principles.
Logical research is based on invalid procedures and principles.
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Cyclical research starts with a problem and ends with a problem.
Cyclical research starts with a problem and ends with a problem.
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Analytical research makes use of all available data so there is no ambiguity.
Analytical research makes use of all available data so there is no ambiguity.
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Replicability means research designs and procedures are rarely replicated.
Replicability means research designs and procedures are rarely replicated.
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Critical research exhibits careful and precise judgement.
Critical research exhibits careful and precise judgement.
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What is applied Research?
What is applied Research?
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What is action research?
What is action research?
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What is pure research?
What is pure research?
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What is descriptive research?
What is descriptive research?
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What is historical research?
What is historical research?
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What is case study research?
What is case study research?
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What is experimental research?
What is experimental research?
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What is ethnographic research?
What is ethnographic research?
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What is qualitative research?
What is qualitative research?
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What is quantitative research?
What is quantitative research?
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What is the definition of research design?
What is the definition of research design?
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What is the definition of research?
What is the definition of research?
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What are the key steps for identifying research methodology?
What are the key steps for identifying research methodology?
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What are some tips for writing an effective introduction to a research paper?
What are some tips for writing an effective introduction to a research paper?
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In system planning, what are the two types of requirements?
In system planning, what are the two types of requirements?
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What are the two major activities involved in requirement determination?
What are the two major activities involved in requirement determination?
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What are the main information gathering techniques used in systems analysis?
What are the main information gathering techniques used in systems analysis?
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What are the two types of interviews used in information gathering?
What are the two types of interviews used in information gathering?
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What are the two types of questionnaires used in information gathering?
What are the two types of questionnaires used in information gathering?
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What is the purpose of reviewing records, procedures, and forms in information gathering?
What is the purpose of reviewing records, procedures, and forms in information gathering?
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How is observation used in information gathering?
How is observation used in information gathering?
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What does the acronym SMART stand for in relation to research objectives?
What does the acronym SMART stand for in relation to research objectives?
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What are the two types of research objectives?
What are the two types of research objectives?
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A research hypothesis is an ______ guess about the relationship between variables.
A research hypothesis is an ______ guess about the relationship between variables.
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Empirical research is based on ______ and experimentation.
Empirical research is based on ______ and experimentation.
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Study Notes
What is Research?
- Systematic investigation of materials and sources
- Hypothesis: Educated guess used as a starting point for research
- Data: Facts and statistics collected during research
- Analysis: Interpretation of data to draw conclusions
Purpose of Research
- Knowledge and understanding
- Improve judgment
- Increase power
- Reduce workload
- Relieve suffering
- Increase satisfaction
Characteristics of Research
- Empirical: Based on researcher experience
- Logical: Based on valid procedures and principles
- Cyclical: Starts with a problem, ends with a problem
- Analytical: Uses all available data
- Replicable: Designs and procedures can be repeated
- Critical: Exhibits careful and precise judgment
Types of Research
- Applied Research: Seeks applications of scientific knowledge to solve problems
- Action Research: Decision-oriented research using the scientific method
- Pure Research: Aims to discover basic truths and principles
- Descriptive Research: Describes the nature, composition, and processes of phenomena
- Historical Research: Describes past occurrences
- Case Study Research: Systematical inquiry into an event or set of related events
- Experimental Research: Research conducted with a scientific approach
Methods of Research
- Qualitative Research: Collects data using conversational methods (open-ended questions)
- Quantitative Research: Deals with numbers and measurable data
Design vs. Research
- Design: Creating a system, component, or process to meet needs
- Research: Investigating a system, component, or process systematically
Identifying Research Methodology
- Set a goal
- Plan research
- Collect and collate results
Tips for Effective Introductions
- Start broadly, narrow down
- State aims and importance
- Cite thoroughly but not excessively
- Avoid excessive citations for one point
- Clearly state hypothesis or research questions
- Keep it short
- Show, don't tell
System Planning
- Requirements: Vital features of a system
- Requirement Determination: Studying existing systems and gathering details
Major Activities in Requirement Determination
- Requirements Anticipation: Prediction of system characteristics based on previous experience
Information Gathering Techniques
- Interviewing: Gathering information from individuals or groups
- Unstructured Interview: Question-answer session
- Structured Interview: Standard questions
- Questionnaires: Gathering information from a large group
- Open-ended: Easily interpreted questions
- Closed-ended: Mutually exclusive questions
- Review of Records, Procedures, and Forms: Insight into system capabilities
- Observation: Noticing people, events, and objects
SMART Objectives
- Specific
- Measurable
- Attainable
- Realistic
- Time-bound
Types of Research Objectives
- General objectives: Broad goals
- Specific Objectives: Short-term, focused goals
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This quiz explores fundamental concepts of research, including systematic investigation, types, purposes, and characteristics of research. It aims to enhance understanding of methodologies and applications in various research contexts. Test your knowledge on foundational research principles and their significance.