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What are some examples of the various shapes and sizes of research mentioned in the text?
Large-scale studies, small-scale studies, snapshots in time, laboratory experiments, naturalistic observations, carefully planned interventions, theoretical analyses, opportunistic discoveries, informal research
What is an important aspect of good research, according to the text?
Inventiveness and creativity
Is research considered to be perfect according to the text? Why?
No, research is not perfect. Every study has weaknesses.
What does the text suggest about the importance of methodological shortcomings in a study?
It is important to understand the implications of methodological shortcomings, but not entirely discard a study because of them.
What makes the topic of research methods interesting, according to the text?
The creative aspect of research methods
Test your knowledge about the differences between quantitative and qualitative research methods, as well as their application in social and policy research. Explore the advantages of both methods and their combination in mixed methods.
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