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Research design primarily outlines a broad philosophical approach to inquiry rather than specific procedures.
Research design primarily outlines a broad philosophical approach to inquiry rather than specific procedures.
False (B)
The setting of a study should always be included in a research report, regardless of its relevance to the research outcomes.
The setting of a study should always be included in a research report, regardless of its relevance to the research outcomes.
False (B)
When the method used is a survey, the term 'participants' is more suitable than 'respondents'.
When the method used is a survey, the term 'participants' is more suitable than 'respondents'.
False (B)
Instrumentation within a study refers to the specific tool used for collecting data rather than just a mere mention of the construct being measured.
Instrumentation within a study refers to the specific tool used for collecting data rather than just a mere mention of the construct being measured.
Data gathering procedures involve describing only the statistical techniques used to analyze data collected.
Data gathering procedures involve describing only the statistical techniques used to analyze data collected.
Descriptive research design aims to establish cause-and-effect relationships between variables.
Descriptive research design aims to establish cause-and-effect relationships between variables.
A correlational research design is appropriate when you want to explore the in-depth experiences of individuals related to a specific phenomenon.
A correlational research design is appropriate when you want to explore the in-depth experiences of individuals related to a specific phenomenon.
The ethical considerations in data gathering primarily focus on compensating participants for their time and effort.
The ethical considerations in data gathering primarily focus on compensating participants for their time and effort.
A case study research design is most suitable for generalizing findings to a larger population.
A case study research design is most suitable for generalizing findings to a larger population.
The main purpose of the research design section is to explain the rationale behind choosing a particular statistical test like a t-test or ANOVA.
The main purpose of the research design section is to explain the rationale behind choosing a particular statistical test like a t-test or ANOVA.
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Research Design
Research Design
The overall plan or structure for conducting a research study, including the type of study (e.g., experimental, correlational) and specific procedures.
Setting/Locale of the Study
Setting/Locale of the Study
The location or environment where a research study takes place, included only if it significantly impacts the study's results or interpretation.
Respondents/Participants
Respondents/Participants
Individuals who participate in a research study, providing data through surveys (respondents) or interviews/focus groups (participants).
Instrumentation
Instrumentation
The tool used to collect data in a study, including its sections, parts, and the types and number of questions it contains.
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Data Gathering Procedure
Data Gathering Procedure
The detailed, step-by-step process of conducting a research study, from initial subject contact to data collection, including ethical considerations.
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- The chapter covers practical research
Research Design
- It is an overview of the design used for the study
- It encompasses the plan or structure of the study, including experimental, quasi-experimental, correlational, case study, exploratory, descriptive, phenomenology, and ethnographic designs
- It summarizes the procedures to obtain data and address research problems
Setting/Locale of the Study
- Inclusion is necessary if the setting holds particular importance
Respondents/Participants
- It includes the respondent number and relevant characteristics, along with the sampling plan and technique
- "Respondents" is appropriate for surveys, while "Participants" applies to interviews, FGD, or KII
Instrumentation
- The instrumentation section is about discussing the data gathering tool used
- The number of sections/parts, their content, and the number of questions are discussed
Data Gathering Procedure
- The data gathering procedure outlines the steps in the actual study
- It includes a step-by-step approach, starting from subject contact to data collection
- It should contain the Ethical Considerations for the study, such as informed consent and debriefing procedures
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