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What is a key characteristic of quantitative research?
What is a key characteristic of quantitative research?
Which of the following is NOT a criterion for choosing a research topic?
Which of the following is NOT a criterion for choosing a research topic?
Which method is commonly used in quantitative research?
Which method is commonly used in quantitative research?
What should be considered when brainstorming potential research ideas?
What should be considered when brainstorming potential research ideas?
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What is the initial step in preparing for research?
What is the initial step in preparing for research?
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Why is it essential for a research topic to be specific?
Why is it essential for a research topic to be specific?
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Which aspect should be taken into account regarding the time factor in research?
Which aspect should be taken into account regarding the time factor in research?
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What is a benefit of using large sample sizes in research?
What is a benefit of using large sample sizes in research?
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What is the first step in the process of inquiry?
What is the first step in the process of inquiry?
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Which of the following best describes qualitative research?
Which of the following best describes qualitative research?
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What is one key characteristic of quantitative research?
What is one key characteristic of quantitative research?
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Which of the following methods is included in qualitative research?
Which of the following methods is included in qualitative research?
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What does fair testing primarily involve in investigations?
What does fair testing primarily involve in investigations?
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What is one purpose of models in the investigation process?
What is one purpose of models in the investigation process?
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How does research enhance knowledge according to the content?
How does research enhance knowledge according to the content?
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Which description accurately reflects the nature of investigation through exploration?
Which description accurately reflects the nature of investigation through exploration?
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Study Notes
Inquiry
- Systematic investigation into a problem, issue, topic, or idea begins with formulating a research question.
- Start broad with all possible topics, narrowing down to an assigned topic and finally to a specific research question.
Investigation Methods
- Pattern Seeking: Observing natural events or conducting experiments with uncontrolled variables.
- Exploring and Observing: Discovering new knowledge and carefully observing objects, environments, or events through the senses.
- Modeling: Utilizing models to understand processes, validate thoughts, predict changes, and explain concepts.
- Classifying and Identifying: Sorting and recognizing elements in research for better understanding.
- Fair Testing: Focused on investigations that involve taking accurate measurements.
Purpose of Research
- Aims to find solutions to global issues and enhance researcher knowledge.
- Introduces new ideas/products and informs actions, proving theories and contributing knowledge development.
Qualitative Research
- Explores processes, feelings, and motives (the "why's" and "how's"), yielding in-depth data.
- Typically generates hypotheses from data instead of testing them.
- Utilizes unstructured or semi-structured instruments and purposive small samples.
- High validity, understanding individual differences based on feelings, motives, and experiences.
- Involves flexible processes with methods like field research, case studies, and secondary analysis.
Quantitative Research
- Focuses on characterizing trends and patterns within data.
- Begins without a pre-formed theory or hypothesis regarding variable relationships.
- Employs structured instruments like questionnaires with large representative samples.
- High output replicability for understanding group similarities.
- Follows structured processes, using methods such as census, surveys, experiments, and secondary analysis.
Inquiry-Based Research Steps
- Preparation: Focus on the topic, understand the problem, and decide the specific research question.
- Brainstorming: Generate ideas and develop concepts by asking questions based on interests and existing problems.
Considerations Before Research
- Choose problems of personal interest or relevant issues within the class/school/community.
- Identify areas of interest or specialization and prevailing theories or philosophies.
Criteria for Choosing a Research Topic
- Must be of interest to the researcher and suitable for a beginner with time constraints.
- Should be clear, specific, and not ambiguous.
- Ensure availability of data, effective data collection instruments, and financial capacity to support the research.
- Consider the time required to complete the project.
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Description
This quiz explores various methods of research, including pattern seeking, exploration, and fair testing. It describes the systematic approach to formulating research questions and the significance of these methods in enhancing knowledge and solving global issues. Test your understanding of these research techniques and their purposes.
