Practical Research 1 Study Guide: Definition of Research

What is the main characteristic of qualitative research according to the text?

It focuses on studying its subject in a controlled laboratory setting.
It utilizes deductive analysis to derive research findings.
It requires the researcher to remain completely objective and detached.
It focuses on studying its subject in a natural setting. (correct)

What type of analysis does qualitative research utilize according to the text?

Inductive analysis (correct)
Quantitative analysis
Descriptive analysis
Deductive analysis

What is the focus of the holistic approach in qualitative research?

The individual components of the system.
The external factors that influence the system.
The entirety of the system, assuming the whole is better than the sum of its parts. (correct)
The statistical relationships between the different parts of the system.

What is required of the researcher in qualitative research according to the text?

The researcher must become part of the observed group to acquire more in-depth data. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the researcher's empathic neutrality in qualitative research?

To ensure the researcher can maintain complete objectivity throughout the research process. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of the research design in qualitative research?

It is a flexible design that can evolve as new objectives or questions emerge. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the advantages of Qualitative Research?

Provides deeper, more detailed answers from participants (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which ethical principle involves respecting patents, copyright rights, and other forms of intellectual property?

Respect for Intellectual Property (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is Quantitative Research able to provide findings that are generalizable and reflective of the population?

Large number of participants and statistical methods used (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of Qualitative Research?

Depth of answers is limited due to large sample sizes (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to ethical principles, what do researchers need to do regarding discrimination?

Avoid discrimination against any social labels (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the use of statistical methods important in Quantitative Research?

To give validity and reliability to the findings (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of research according to Oldfield (2015)?

Involving studious inquiry and a search for new theories (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of research as mentioned in the text?

It assists in understanding the world better (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which ethical principle requires researchers to be careful in evaluating their own work?

Prudence (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key reasons mentioned in the text on why doing research is important?

To find answers to problems (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to Adanza (2002), what does research involve?

Collecting and analyzing data to gain new knowledge (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which ethical principle emphasizes that all observations and data collected must not be changed to agree with researchers' wants?

Objectivity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a strength of qualitative research?

It utilizes qualitative data that complements quantitative data. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a weakness of qualitative research?

It is difficult to achieve complete neutrality and avoid bias. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of qualitative research data collection?

It is time-consuming and labor-intensive. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor to consider when choosing a type of qualitative research?

The research questions and purpose of the researcher. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about qualitative research is true?

It focuses on human behaviors, perceptions, and interpretations. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential application of qualitative research in media communication?

Raising social consciousness among the public. (A) Signup and view all the answers