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Which of the following methods can help avoid plagiarism?

  • Accurately copying the work of others
  • Paraphrasing the author's text in your own words (correct)
  • Cutting and pasting from the Internet
  • Quoting directly without citing the source

The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association is a well-known referencing style guide.

True (A)

What is the name of the document that outlines the research objectives, design, and expected outcomes?

Research proposal

Munir wants to study the effect of watching TV on students' language; he will study the variable of __________.

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Match the following types of data with their descriptions:

<p>Primary data = Data collected firsthand for a specific research purpose Secondary data = Previously collected data used for a new analysis Exploratory data = Data that helps with initial investigations but isn’t conclusive Descriptive data = Data that describes characteristics of a population or phenomenon</p> Signup and view all the answers

Focus Group Interviews are used to study the relationship between variables.

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In APA citation style, APA stands for:

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What type of data is collected first in a research study?

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Applied research requires the use of specific __________ procedures.

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Match the following research terms with their descriptions:

<p>Primary data = Data collected first-hand for a specific study Secondary data = Data that has already been collected for another purpose Qualitative research = Research focused on understanding concepts and experiences Quantitative research = Research focused on numerical data and statistical analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Every research study begins with a hypothesis.

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Research that uses qualitative methods in one phase and quantitative methods in the next is known as:

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What is the group from which data is collected called?

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Flashcards

Focus Group Interviews

A research method used to explore participants' perspectives on a topic, but not to study relationships between variables.

Literature Review

A summary of existing research on a specific topic to identify what's already known and inform further research.

Applied Research

Research aimed at solving real-world problems.

Basic Research

Research focused on gaining knowledge and understanding, not on solving immediate problems.

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Research Hypothesis

A testable statement about the expected relationship between variables in a research study.

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Sample

A subset of the larger group (population) from which data is collected.

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Primary Data

Data collected directly for the study at hand.

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APA Citation Style

A specific format for citing sources in academic writing, used widely in psychology and related fields.

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Avoiding Plagiarism

To avoid plagiarism, accurately paraphrase sources in your own words, properly cite quotes, and do not copy text without giving credit.

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APA and Chicago Manuals

Style guides (APA and Chicago) provide standardized formats and citation methods for research papers and reports.

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Research Proposal

A document that outlines the objectives, design, and expected outcomes of a research study.

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APA Citation Example (Book)

A correctly formatted APA citation for a book includes author, title, publisher, location, and publication year.

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Independent Variable (Example)

In Munir's study, television viewing is the independent variable (what's being changed or manipulated).

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Study Notes

True or False Questions

  • Focus Group Interviews are used to study the relationship between variables. (True)
  • A literature review helps identify existing research in your area. (True)
  • Applied research requires the use of specific statistical procedures. (False)
  • Basic research has a broad context and flexible time frame. (True)
  • Every research study begins with a hypothesis. (False)
  • The group from which data is collected is called the sample. (True)
  • Academic proposals require a thorough literature review. (True)
  • Research design is the same as the research method. (False)
  • The first data collected in a research study is called primary data. (True)
  • Secondary data is not always specific to the research problem. (True)

Multiple Choice Questions

  • In APA citation style, APA stands for: American Psychological Association
  • The data collected for a study on student satisfaction with teaching and learning in NCT will be: Primary data
  • Research that uses qualitative methods in one phase and quantitative methods in the next is known as: Mixed-method research
  • Research hypotheses are: Statements predicting relationships between variables.
  • Which research paradigm is most focused on generalizing findings? Quantitative research
  • Qualitative research is used in all of the following scenarios, EXCEPT: It is typically used when much is already known about the topic
  • Which of the following should not be a criterion for a good research project? Depends on the completion of other projects
  • Plagiarism can be avoided by: Paraphrasing the author's text in your own words
  • The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (2001) and the Chicago Manual of Style (1993) are: Well-known works on research
  • A formal document outlining the research objectives, design, and expected outcomes is called: Research proposal

Short Answer Questions

  • APA citation for the book "Research Methodology: A Step-by-Step Guide" by Ranjit Kumar (2014):
  • Kumar, R. (2014). Research Methodology: A Step-by-Step Guide. Sage Publications, New Delhi.
  • Variable Munir will study: Students' behavior

Long Answer Questions

  • Research Question(s): Provided by the user
  • Research Design: Provided by the user
  • Sample Population: Provided by the user
  • Sample Frame: Provided by the user

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