Research Frameworks: Theoretical vs Conceptual Framework

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What is the primary focus of a theoretical framework?

Synthesizing multiple theories

A particular theory

A specific study

The relationship between variables (correct)

At what stage of the research is a theoretical framework typically developed?

During the planning and writing of a specific research

Before the conduct of the study (correct)

During the literature review

After the data collection

What is the primary purpose of a citation in academic writing?

To show the amount of research done by the writer

To avoid plagiarism and give credits to original authors (correct)

To strengthen the writer's own ideas

To mention other's work in the body of the paper

What is an important aspect to consider when quoting someone's work?

The idea conveyed is perfectly stated and not too long Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a theoretical framework and a conceptual framework?

The scope of the framework Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reviewing the existing literature in the development of a theoretical framework?

To look for possible theories that may account for the expected results Signup and view all the answers

Why is citing sources important in academic writing?

To give credits to original authors and strengthen one's work Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a concept map in the development of a conceptual framework?

To plot the conceptual framework Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of citing sources in academic writing?

It helps readers find more information about the topic Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using a theoretical framework in a research study?

It provides a blueprint for the research Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be included in a reference list?

Every in-text citation Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between citation and plagiarism?

Citation helps to avoid plagiarism Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of editing in the research process?

To check the consistency, accuracy, organization, and clarity of the data Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of coding in qualitative research?

To categorize and organize the collected data Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of tabulation in the research process?

To arrange data in a table format Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of presenting data in a non-prose material?

To make the data more presentable Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using tables in quantitative research?

To summarize and categorize data using columns and rows Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the heading or title of a table?

The most important information about the study Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of simple random sampling?

To reduce or avoid bias Signup and view all the answers

In stratified random sampling, what is the term for a homogeneous subset of the population?

Stratum Signup and view all the answers

What type of sampling involves selecting participants based on the researcher's expert judgment?

Judgmental sampling Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of cluster sampling?

The sample is selected based on geographic location Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for sampling in which the researcher desires to obtain a certain number of respondents from various categories?

Quota sampling Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of stratified random sampling?

It ensures that the sample is representative of the population Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary goal of quantitative research designs?

To build a theory by making comparisons with precise and replicable evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of experimental research design?

To identify the cause and effect of a phenomenon Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of true experimental research design?

It involves subdividing the sample into control and experimental groups Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a control group in experimental research design?

To provide a basis for comparison with the experimental group Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of non-experimental research design?

Descriptive research design Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between experimental and non-experimental research designs?

The level of control the researcher has Signup and view all the answers