Population and Sample in Research

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What is a main component of Research Methodology?

  • Problem Statement (correct)
  • Conclusion
  • Abstract
  • Data Presentation

What is the purpose of a Literature Review in Research Methodology?

To identify gaps, build on prior work, and establish the research's significance.

Research Design outlines the overall plan of the study.

True (A)

Sampling is the selection of a subset of the population called a _____

<p>sample</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of analysis researchers may use after data collection?

<p>Statistical and qualitative analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a data collection method?

<p>Surveys (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ethical considerations in research only apply to studies involving humans.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should researchers acknowledge about their study?

<p>Limitations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Population = All members of a particular group. Sample = A part of the population from which information is obtained. Validity = The accuracy of findings. Reliability = The consistency of results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Population

  • Refers to all members of a specific group
  • The group the researcher is interested in
  • The group to which the results will be applied
  • The larger group from which individuals are selected for a study
  • The total number of people living in a country, city, or area

Sample

  • Any part of a population from which information is gathered
  • A group from which the population is obtained
  • Representatives chosen for a study that exemplify the larger group
  • A representative subset of the population that is selected for a study.

Population and Sample Example

  • A researcher studying the impact of a new English curriculum in primary schools in W city (with 4 districts)
    • Population: All English teachers in primary schools in W city (370)
    • Sample: 20 selected English teachers from the population.

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