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What is the primary purpose of exploratory research?
What is the primary purpose of exploratory research?
- To provide solutions to a problem
- To test hypotheses
- To define problems and develop hypotheses (correct)
- To establish cause-and-effect relationships
In a longitudinal research design, data is collected:
In a longitudinal research design, data is collected:
- Over an extended period of time (correct)
- At a single point in time
- After a period of pre-testing
- Only once from each subject
What does randomization in research help to achieve?
What does randomization in research help to achieve?
- Systematic errors
- Predictable outcomes
- Bias reduction (correct)
- A preference for certain participants
A case study is an example of which type of research design?
A case study is an example of which type of research design?
In research design, validity refers to:
In research design, validity refers to:
Flashcards
Research Design
Research Design
A detailed plan for conducting research, including how data will be collected and analyzed.
Experimental Design
Experimental Design
A research design that aims to establish cause-and-effect relationships by manipulating variables.
Exploratory Research
Exploratory Research
Research designed to define problems and develop hypotheses, often used when little is known about a topic.
Descriptive Research
Descriptive Research
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Longitudinal Research
Longitudinal Research
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Study Notes
Research Design Fundamentals
- Research design is a comprehensive plan for conducting research, encompassing data collection and analysis strategies.
- Experimental designs are ideal for investigating cause-and-effect relationships.
- Exploratory research aims to define problems and formulate hypotheses, unlike hypothesis testing which is characteristic of experimental research.
- Descriptive research involves documenting and observing behavior without manipulating variables, unlike experimental designs.
- Longitudinal research collects data over an extended period.
- Randomization minimizes bias in research, producing more reliable outcomes.
- Experimental research is typically used to test hypotheses.
- Case studies are qualitative, not quantitative, research designs, focusing on in-depth understanding of a specific subject.
- Validity refers to the accuracy and reliability of a measurement.
- Qualitative research is appropriate when in-depth understanding is the goal, often through detailed case studies.
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