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What is a primary focus when conducting a literature review?
What is a primary focus when conducting a literature review?
What should be included in the purpose statement of a study?
What should be included in the purpose statement of a study?
Which characteristic is important when choosing a title for research?
Which characteristic is important when choosing a title for research?
What is a common problem with poorly constructed research titles?
What is a common problem with poorly constructed research titles?
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What should researchers look for to inform their literature review?
What should researchers look for to inform their literature review?
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What is the primary purpose of the study mentioned in the content?
What is the primary purpose of the study mentioned in the content?
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Which of the following is NOT identified as a variable in research according to the content?
Which of the following is NOT identified as a variable in research according to the content?
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What is suggested as the first step in writing the introduction of a research study?
What is suggested as the first step in writing the introduction of a research study?
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What limitation is mentioned regarding the direct measurement of maximal oxygen uptake?
What limitation is mentioned regarding the direct measurement of maximal oxygen uptake?
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Which database is identified as the largest source of educational information?
Which database is identified as the largest source of educational information?
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Study Notes
Getting Started
- The purpose statement of your study will guide you in starting your literature review.
Presenting the Research Problem
- It is important to write the research title last, after the introduction and hypotheses.
- Poor titles are often long, short, or use unnecessary words.
- Better titles often have an “effect of X on Y” format.
- When choosing a title, consider who you are writing for, and ask yourself if the title conveys the focus of your study.
Literature Priority
- Find studies similar to your problem statement in both the Philippines and other countries.
- ERIC (Educational Resources Information Centre) is the world's largest source of information and has over one million abstracts.
- The Australian Education Index (AUSINET), the Current index to journals in education and resources in education, and the Social Science Citation Index can be helpful.
Example of a Good Introduction
- The introduction should be written after the problem and hypotheses.
- It should have three paragraphs: a broad introduction, previous research, and your purpose.
Identifying Variables
- Define independent, categorical (moderator), dependent, control, and extraneous variables.
Developing The Research Hypotheses
- Research hypotheses are expected results based on theory or experience.
- Null hypotheses are assumed and state that there are no significant differences or relationships.
Making Your Problem and Hypotheses Clear
- Use operational definitions to define key terms with specific meanings.
- For example, define strength, experienced, fatigue, learning, and obesity.
- List assumptions, limitations, and delimitations of your study.
Significance of the Study
- State whether your research is basic or applied.
- Identify gaps in the research by discussing what has not been done.
Thesis vs. Journal Article
- A thesis assumes a novice researcher.
Reporting Verbs
- Use reporting verbs like argue, assert, assume, challenge, claim, contend, contradict, describe, dispute, emphasize, establish, examine, find, maintain, note, object, observe, persuade, propose, prove, purport, recommend, refute, reject, remark, suggest, and support.
- Use present tense when stating what your thesis, chapter, or section does.
Summary Table
- It is useful to prepare a summary table with columns for author, type of study, sample, design, data collection approach, and key findings.
- This table provides a quick overview of a large amount of information.
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Description
This quiz covers essential elements of research methodology, including crafting purpose statements and effective research titles. Emphasis is placed on the literature review process and resource identification. Understand different research problem presentations and examples of good introductions.
