Research Methods & Ethics: Research Problem

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What is the primary benefit of having a well-defined research problem?

To guarantee the success of the research project

To make the research more complex and challenging

To ensure that research efforts are not focused on irrelevant objectives

To optimize the use of resources like time and funding (correct)

Why is it essential to improve sentiment analysis techniques in businesses?

Because current models are too expensive

Because they are too complex to understand

Because they hinder data-driven decisions based on social media feedback (correct)

Because they are not widely used in businesses

What is the consequence of not having a well-defined research problem?

Research efforts are more efficient

Research efforts are more challenging

Research efforts are more successful

Research efforts are wasted on irrelevant or vague objectives (correct)

What is the primary goal of research in human-computer interaction?

To improve the user experience Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to focus research efforts efficiently?

To achieve research goals efficiently Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of a well-defined research problem in terms of resources?

It ensures that resources are used efficiently Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the Greek word 'proballein'?

Concern Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a descriptive research problem?

To provide a detailed and accurate description Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of identifying a clear and well-defined research problem?

It ensures the study is relevant, valid, and significant Signup and view all the answers

What type of research problem involves examining the connections between variables or factors?

Relational Research Problem Signup and view all the answers

Why is descriptive research problem particularly useful?

When there is limited existing knowledge on the subject Signup and view all the answers

What is a research problem?

A specific issue or question that needs to be investigated Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a comparative research problem?

To compare different groups or populations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a research problem?

To investigate or explore a specific issue or question Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of researching underlying mechanisms?

To gain a deeper understanding of factors influencing outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What type of justification involves establishing a strong foundation in existing literature?

Theoretical justification Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of research problem justification?

To ensure the validity of the research Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of contextual justification?

The relevance and significance of the research within a specific context Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to identify gaps in existing knowledge in research?

To identify areas for further research Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of researching underlying mechanisms?

To inform policy decisions or interventions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of conceptual justification?

To focus on identifying gaps or limitations in current knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of researchers in identifying research problems?

To identify areas where there is a lack of understanding Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

What is a Research Problem?

A research problem refers to a specific issue or question that needs to be investigated or explored through a systematic and scientific approach.
Identifying a clear and well-defined research problem is crucial for ensuring the relevance, validity, and significance of the study.

Types of Research Problems

Descriptive Research Problem: involves gathering data and analyzing it to understand the characteristics, behaviors, or relationships within a specific population or sample.
Relational Research Problem: refers to the identification and examination of the connections, associations, or correlations between variables or factors.
Comparative Research Problem: not mentioned in the provided text, but implied as a third type.

Research Problem Justifications

Theoretical justifications: establishing a strong foundation in existing literature and theories that support the need for the research.
Conceptual justifications: focus on identifying gaps or limitations in current knowledge.
Contextual justifications: consider the relevance and significance of the research within a specific social, cultural, or practical context, highlighting its potential impact or benefits.

Research Problem Selection

Identifying the gap in existing knowledge: exploring areas where there is a lack of understanding or unresolved questions within their field of interest.

Importance of a Well-Defined Research Problem

Allows for a well-defined and cost-effective strategy.
Enables optimization of resources like time, funding, and manpower.
Helps focus research efforts efficiently without wasting time and resources on irrelevant or vague objectives.

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Description

This quiz is based on lecture 4 of Research Methods & Ethics (URM 321) covering topics such as types of research problems, justifications, selection, sources, and criteria for research problem statements. Test your knowledge on formulating a research problem.