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What is the primary purpose of the study in research?
What is the primary purpose of the study in research?
- To outline the variables involved in the study
- To explain why the study is being conducted (correct)
- To predict outcomes based on previous studies
- To identify and describe the research problem
Which of the following accurately identifies an independent variable?
Which of the following accurately identifies an independent variable?
- The number of students participating in the study
- The timeframe over which the study is conducted
- The teaching method used in a research study (correct)
- The change in student performance due to teaching methods
What distinguishes a dependent variable from an independent variable?
What distinguishes a dependent variable from an independent variable?
- The dependent variable is expected to change when the independent variable is introduced. (correct)
- The dependent variable is the factor being manipulated.
- The dependent variable cannot be measured quantitatively.
- The dependent variable always remains constant throughout the study.
What negative impact can extraneous variables have on a study?
What negative impact can extraneous variables have on a study?
Which statement accurately reflects the significance of a study?
Which statement accurately reflects the significance of a study?
Which type of variable is manipulated to explore its effect on other variables?
Which type of variable is manipulated to explore its effect on other variables?
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Purpose of the Study
Purpose of the Study
The 'why' behind the research. Explains the study's reason for being conducted.
Significance of the Study
Significance of the Study
Highlights the potential benefits and contributions of the study to the field or profession.
Variable
Variable
A measurable characteristic or attribute that varies in a study.
Independent Variable
Independent Variable
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Dependent Variable
Dependent Variable
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Extraneous Variable
Extraneous Variable
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Quantitative Variables
Quantitative Variables
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Qualitative Variables
Qualitative Variables
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Study Notes
Purpose and Significance of Study
- Research problem identifies what's being studied
- Purpose explains why the study is being conducted
- Study should contribute to practice, education, or professional decision-making
- Study should generate positive changes or solutions to the research problem
Identifying Study Variables
- Research aims to describe and explain variations (differences) in the world
- Variables are names given to the differences or changes
- Problem statement needs to include all relevant and important variables
- Studies can have one or more variables
Independent Variable
- Manipulated or controlled
- Can be compared to a cause or stimulus in research
- Designed to show a cause-and-effect relationship
Dependent Variable
- Not manipulated by the researcher
- Expected to change in response to the independent variable
- Represents the effect, response or result
Extraneous Variable
- Factors outside the scope of the study
- May influence research results
- May be uncontrolled
- May have negative effects on research outcomes
- Synonyms include confounding, interfering or contaminating variables
Quantitative Variables
- Numerical and represent measurable characteristics
Qualitative Variables
- Names or labels
- Not numeric
Active Variables
- Can be manipulated or changed
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Description
Explore the fundamental concepts of research methodology, including the significance of study aims, the identification of variables, and the relationships between independent and dependent variables. This quiz will help you understand how each component contributes to effective research design and practice.
