Research and Campaigns Module 1

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What is the primary focus of research in education?

To avoid problems

To improve quality (correct)

To build relationships

To memorize facts

Research begins with a conclusion that summarizes what has been learned.

False

What is the purpose of analyzing data in research?

To draw conclusions and understand findings.

The five dimensions of a campaign include awareness raising, research, ________, training, and lobbying.

social mobilization Signup and view all the answers

Match the following research terms with their definitions:

Design = A plan of how something will be made or done Evidence = Observation or information that helps solve a problem Statistics = Organization and study of numerical data Experiment = Test to see what happens when all factors but one are controlled Signup and view all the answers

Which method is primarily used to raise awareness within a campaign?

Awareness raising Signup and view all the answers

Lobbying involves citizens trying to influence government officials' decisions.

True Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of social mobilization.

EDSA revolution Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of conjunction?

Simultaneous Signup and view all the answers

Self-advocacy involves speaking up and asking for your needs.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the steps in requesting accommodations?

Face the person in-charge, maintain eye contact, state the accommodation and reason, thank the person, accommodation is used. Signup and view all the answers

A claim of ________ reports, describes, predicts, and shows cause and effect.

fact Signup and view all the answers

Match the modal verbs to their functions:

Can = Ability Must = Certainty Should = Advice Might = Possibility Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a rhetorical question in a speech?

To engage and persuade the audience Signup and view all the answers

Commonplace assertions are always based on verified facts.

False Signup and view all the answers

What does a multimodal text include?

Pictures, written language, digital content, and various forms of media. Signup and view all the answers

The ______ of a claim should be interesting and engaging.

characteristics Signup and view all the answers

Which type of claim urges an action to be taken or discontinued?

Claim of policy Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Module 1: Research and Campaigns

Research is crucial for improving quality and expanding knowledge (Kapur, 2018).
Understanding research language aids in analyzing research problems and academic texts.
Research begins with a question or problem, then scrutinizes existing knowledge (literature review).
Research involves analyzing collected data, publishing procedures, data, and conclusions to allow for reproducibility.
Design: A plan for creating or doing something.
Data: Collected facts and information.
Significance: Importance and meaningfulness of research findings.
Evidence: Observations or information proving or disproving something.
Treatment: A course of action in research.
Experiment: A test manipulating all but one factor to observe its effect.
Conclusion: Summary of findings at the end of a study.
Observation: Careful examination of something.
Statistics: Organization and analysis of numerical data.
Campaign: A single or series of ads, providing a framework for advocacy.
5 Dimensions of Campaign:
- Awareness-raising: Making an issue public.
- Research: Providing knowledge for action (often involving stakeholders).
- Social Mobilization: Actions of various groups (civic, religious) (e.g., rallies, meetings).
- Training: Development of skills and vision (e.g., training teachers, police).
- Lobbying: Influencing government decisions (e.g., coalition-building).
- Advocacy: Action taken to promote a cause, persuading others (e.g., nonprofits, media).
- Self-advocacy: Expressing needs to gain independence.
- Accommodations: Changes facilitating success.
- Steps for requesting accommodations:
  - Face person in charge
  - Make eye contact
  - State the reason for accommodation.
  - Thank the person.
  - Implement accommodation.

Module 2: Conjunctions

Conjunctions connect words, phrases, and clauses.
Coordinating Conjunctions: Connect ideas (e.g., "and").
Subordinating Conjunctions: Show dependence of one idea on another (e.g., "unless").
Correlative Conjunctions: Join equal elements (e.g., "neither...nor").

Module 3: Assertions

Assertion: A statement of fact, opinion, belief, or prejudice.
Fact: Verifiable statement.
Opinion: Personal judgment based on facts.
Belief: Conviction based on faith, morality, etc.
Commonplace Assertions: Stereotypes or prejudices presented as universal truths.

Modal verbs provide additional information about the main verb.
Can/Can't (present): Ability
Could/Couldn't (past): Ability
Could/Might/May (present, future): Possibility
Must/Must have (present, future): Certainty
Should/Ought to/Must: Advice
Must/Have to: Obligation

Module 5: Claims

Claim (for speakers/writers): Central statement proving a belief or idea.
Characteristics of a good claim: Argumentative, specific, engaging, logical.
Types of claims:
- Fact: Reporting, describing, predicting, causing/effecting.
- Policy: Urging action or discontinuation.
- Value: Judging morality, beauty, merit, or wisdom.

Module 6: Rhetorical Questions

Rhetorical questions are not meant to be answered, but they are essential for effective communication.
How to use rhetorical questions effectively:
- Engage the audience
- Personalize the question
- Persuade
- Evoke emotions
- Emphasize
- Predict audience questions
- Answer with questions
- Use consecutive questions

Module 7: Multimodal Texts

Multimodal texts incorporate various modes (pictures, written language, etc).
Digital multimodal texts: Combine written/spoken language, visuals (moving, still), audio, and more.
Live multimodal texts: Incorporate gestures, spatial arrangement, spoken words, and audio.
Visual text: Representations using lines, shapes, colors, etc.
5 Modes:
- Audio/Aural: Sound focus
- Visual: Images and characters
- Gestural: Movement
- Linguistic: Written/spoken words
- Spatial: Arrangement of elements

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This quiz delves into the foundational concepts of research methodologies and their applications in campaigns. Explore key terms such as design, data, significance, and evidence, which are essential for understanding and executing effective research. Enhance your grasp on how research contributes to knowledge expansion and quality improvement.