Research Methods Overview
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Research process begins with:

  • Identification of research problem (correct)
  • Report writing
  • Research design
  • Collection of data

    • Descriptive research is...

  • observation of phenomena to provide an explanation of its mechanism (correct)
  • observing the effects of one variable to another varying variable
  • examines relationships between variables statistically
  • changing variable values to determine relationships between them

    • ________ research is an in-depth study of a particular phenomenon.

  • Quantitative
  • Descriptive
  • Qualitative (correct)
  • Correlational

    • This type of research aims to find applications for the theories or create a product employing the existing idea or theory.

    <p>Applied Research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Characteristic of research that should means follow a step by step procedure is called:

    <p>Systematic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Characteristics of research that it should be based on proven scientific methods is called:

    <p>Empirical Solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Using someone else's work to help you without their permission is:

    <p>plagiarism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is this a case of plagiarism? A researcher puts her name on a quotation of Shakespeare

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ahmed meant to cite his sources, but he forgot. Is this an example of plagiarism?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is this a case of plagiarism? In Aia's assignment, she carefully expressed the ideas of the author and wrote the author's name.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is this a case of plagiarism? After reading a selection, Mohamed correctly wrote the contents of the selection and cited the author.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The discipline dealing with what is good and bad and with moral duty and obligation is called

    <p>Research ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ________ refers to the act of using another person's ideas, words, processes, and results without giving due credit.

    <p>Plagiarism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Paraphrasing is...

    <p>Putting information that I read into my own words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should you cite a source?

    <p>each time you write a fact or idea that's not your own</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to cite your sources?

    <p>It gives credit to your source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you find a great website as a source for your English project, which of the following is true?

    <p>You can use information on the site as long as you cite it properly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Plagiarism is ..........

    <p>Copying someone else's work and passing it off as my own</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Primary data is available in the form of published or unpublished reports:

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You use critical thinking skills in everyday life:

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Does technology play a role in critical thinking process?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Inference as a core critical thinking skill is to identify elements needed to draw reasonable conclusion

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Selfish thinking can be overcome by discussion and brainstorming sessions

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Problem-solving process includes defining and analyzing the problem, exploring possible solutions, and finally implement solution.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A good title is one that has the minimum possible amount of words that describe accurately the content of the section:

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Research Process

    • Research begins with identifying a problem.
    • Research design follows, followed by data collection and report writing.
    • A research process begins with identifying a research problem.

    Descriptive Research

    • Descriptive research explains a phenomenon's mechanism.
    • It statistically examines variable relationships.
    • This approach changes variable values to see their effects.
    • Descriptive research is an in-depth study of a particular phenomenon.
    • Descriptive research provides an explanation of a phenomenon's mechanism.

    Correlational/Qualitative/Quantitative Research

    • Correlational research observes the effect of one variable on another.
    • Qualitative research is an in-depth study of a particular phenomenon.
    • Descriptive research is a type of qualitative research.
    • Quantitative research is used for finding applications for existing theories or procedures.
    • Applied research seeks applications for existing ideas or theories.
    • Basic research aims to generate new theories.
    • Quantitative research is used for finding practical applications of the procedures covered.

    Research Characteristics

    • Systematic research involves a step-by-step process.
    • Specific research must be detailed.
    • Clean and clear research is accurate and understandable.
    • Empirical research is based on proven scientific methods.
    • Characteristic of research involves a systematic process.

    Plagiarism

    • Plagiarism is using another person's work without permission.
    • Plagiarism is using someone else's work without permission.

    Paraphrasing

    • Paraphrasing means putting information into your own words.
    • It's essential to cite sources when using information that is not your own.
    • Paraphrasing is the process of putting information into your own words while keeping the original meaning.

    Types of Data

    • Primary data comes from a new study.
    • Secondary data comes from an earlier study.
    • Secondary sources include textbooks, articles, and other published materials.
    • Primary sources are information gathered directly from the person, place, or event being studied.
    • Primary data is gathered firsthand.

    Data Collection Methods

    • Questionnaires
    • Interviews
    • Observation methods
    • Secondary resources include publications, government documents, annual reports, and more.
    • Data Collection often uses various methods

    Data Analysis

    • Data analysis involves identifying patterns, trends, and relationships in data.
    • Visualizing data transforms data into charts and graphs.
    • Qualitative data analysis explores patterns and meanings within data.
    • Quantitative data analysis examines numerical data for patterns and trends.

    Data Types

    • Qualitative data, such as words and concepts.
    • Quantitative data, such as numerical measures (e.g., height, weight, scores).
    • Discrete data counts items (e.g., numbers of students).
    • Continuous data can take on any value.

    Statistical Methods

    • Descriptive statistics present a summary of a sample group.
    • Examples include mean, median, mode, variance, and standard deviation.
    • Inferential statistics examines patterns in samples and relates them to the population.

    Ethical Considerations in Research

    • Ethical research avoids harm to participants and ensures informed consent.
    • Researchers should be transparent.
    • Avoid plagiarism and cite sources appropriately.
    • Ethical considerations are crucial for responsible research practices.

    Report Structure

    • The report abstract comes before the rest of the report.
    • Tables and figures should have titles and numbers.
    • Tables and figures, as well as other elements found in the body of the report, should be well organized and formatted.
    • A good title is concise, accurate, and reflects the content.
    • There's a proper structure for creating a report.

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    This quiz covers various research processes, including descriptive, correlational, qualitative, and quantitative research methods. You'll learn about the systematic approach to research design, data collection, and reporting. Dive into the characteristics of each method to enhance your understanding of research fundamentals.

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