18 Questions
Which qualitative research method focuses on the in-depth examination of an individual, group of people, or an institution?
Case Study
Which characteristic of qualitative research is that the research findings might not be generalizable and are limited to the specific context studied?
Research findings might not be general and it applies to specific context
Which quantitative research method involves the manipulation of variables to establish cause and effect relationships?
Experimental
Which characteristic of quantitative research is that it shows the relationship between variables?
It shows relationship of the variables
Which qualitative research method focuses on understanding how individuals give meaning to their lived experiences?
Phenomenological Study
Which quantitative research method involves examining the causes of an effect that has already occurred?
Ex post facto
What is the role of research in tertiary education based on the text?
Playing an important role in developing higher education
How is a scientific research method characterized?
It examines naturally occurring phenomena
Which type of research seeks to establish concepts through practical methods?
Artistic research
What is the main aim of research according to Bassey as cited by Coleman & Briggs?
Contributing additional or new knowledge
How is research defined according to Sanchez?
An ordered investigation leading to new discoveries
What are the characteristics of research in the Humanities?
Defining the purpose of human existence
What is the main advantage of quantitative research?
Allows for large sample sizes
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a weakness of quantitative research?
Research results are always unbiased
What is the main importance of quantitative research according to the text?
All of the above
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an importance of quantitative research?
Improving research methodology
Which of the following is a weakness of quantitative research according to the text?
Researcher's theory and hypotheses might not reflect real phenomena
What is the main advantage of quantitative research mentioned in the text?
Relatively quick to gather research data
Explore the types of research methods and learn the differences between each method. Understand the standardized approach to investigation in the field, and the crucial role research plays in tertiary education.
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