12 Questions
What is the primary reason for conducting research in education?
To add to existing knowledge and inform educational practices
What is a gap or void in the existing literature?
A topic that has not been addressed in the published literature
Why is it important to replicate a past study with different participants and research sites?
To ensure the results can apply broadly to many people and places
What is the benefit of conducting a study that addresses a topic not studied in the current literature?
It adds to existing knowledge and fills a gap in the literature
What determines whether a research problem should be studied?
The potential contribution of the study to knowledge and practice
How many ways are there to assess whether a research problem should be studied?
5
What is the primary purpose of extending past research in a new topic or area?
To gain a deeper understanding of the topic
What is the key difference between extending research and replicating research?
The research sites or participants involved
What is the primary benefit of giving voice to marginalized individuals in research?
It represents the views of previously silenced groups
What is the primary goal of research that informs practice?
To improve teaching or learning practices
What is an example of a new technique or technology that may arise from research on ethical issues in a college setting?
A new approach to administering tests
What is the primary audience that may benefit from research that informs practice?
All of the above
Determine whether a research problem is worth investigating by considering its potential to contribute to existing knowledge and inform educational practices. Learn the five ways to assess if a problem should be researched.
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