Research Process in Tourism and Hospitality

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What is one key skill that students will develop through the course?

Planning and researching (correct)

Designing marketing strategies

Advanced financial analysis

Public speaking abilities

Which of the following is NOT a component of the research process introduced in the course?

Environmental impact assessments (correct)

Hypothesis testing

Reporting

Data collection

What type of research projects will students be able to design and carry out upon course completion?

Only theoretical studies

Costs analysis only

Experimental only

Quantitative and qualitative (correct)

What is the primary focus area for the content of research introduced in this course?

Tourism and hospitality industry Signup and view all the answers

Which course outcome emphasizes the understanding of educational research methodologies?

Demonstrated understanding of educational research Signup and view all the answers

What type of relationship is characterized by the occurrence of A leading to B, but not the reverse?

Asymmetrical Relationship Signup and view all the answers

What is not typically included in the preliminary pages of a research paper?

Results Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the research paper outlines the problem and research methods?

Chapter 1 Signup and view all the answers

In a reciprocal relationship, how do A and B interact?

A and B mutually influence each other Signup and view all the answers

What details should be included in the abstract section of a research paper?

Time of study Signup and view all the answers

Which chapter of a research paper includes recommendations based on study findings?

Chapter 5 Signup and view all the answers

How should the titles in the Table of Contents be formatted?

All caps Signup and view all the answers

In what part of the research paper is the Significance of the Study found?

Chapter 1 Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a dependent variable?

It represents a factor of a presumed outcome. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for a researchable problem?

Presence of a single plausible answer. Signup and view all the answers

In which type of research does the qualitative component support the quantitative component?

QUAN-Qual Signup and view all the answers

Which of these sources can be used to identify a research problem?

Technological advancements. Signup and view all the answers

What best describes an extraneous variable?

It cannot be observed or measured easily. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is typically considered a moderator variable?

Parental involvement in education. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a symmetrical relationship between two variables?

One variable serves as both cause and effect. Signup and view all the answers

What does generalizability refer to in research findings?

The potential applicability of findings to broader contexts. Signup and view all the answers

What does a standard deviation ranging from 0.58 to 0.72 indicate about the participants' communication skills?

Narrow dispersion of means Signup and view all the answers

Which statistical test was used to analyze differences in communication skills among BSTM students?

t-test Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following mean scores falls within the 'Very good' category for communication skills?

4.10 Signup and view all the answers

In inferential statistics, what significance level is typically used in social sciences to denote a threshold for statistical significance?

0.10 Signup and view all the answers

What does the t-test result of t(29) = 2.92, p < .05 suggest about the communication skills of participants?

There are significant differences. Signup and view all the answers

What is the description for a mean score of 4.00 in the communication skills category?

Very good Signup and view all the answers

In the results, which statement reflects a recommended guideline for presenting research findings?

Be as brief and clear as possible. Signup and view all the answers

What does an F-value of F(2, 29) = 3.93, p < .05 indicate in an ANOVA test?

Significant differences among group means Signup and view all the answers

What classification is used to analyze the differences in entrepreneurial skills of tourism management students?

Sex, year level, and monthly family income Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hypothesis indicates a lack of significant differences among the groups studied?

Null hypothesis Signup and view all the answers

In what context is the study of communication skills specifically examined?

Differences according to sex, year level, and monthly family income Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of an alternative hypothesis?

It suggests that relationships exist Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines operational meaning in the context of the study?

How the term is implemented within the research Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of defining terms in the study?

To provide clarity and uniformity in understanding Signup and view all the answers

How does the study aim to benefit from its findings?

By identifying relationships and applications of the findings Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of declaring the significance of the study?

Explaining the relevance to other studies Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Research Process Overview

This course covers the research process in detail, focusing on design, data collection, analysis and reporting. It also emphasizes quantitative applications, particularly in economics and business research.
This course uses both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Research in Tourism focuses on the tourism and hospitality industry.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will gain an understanding of research and understand its necessity in diverse fields, including tourism and hospitality.
Students will learn to design and execute research projects.
Students will gain real-world experience with research.

Stages in the Research Process

The course provides a comprehensive understanding of the research process including selecting a research problem, designing the research, gathering data, analyzing results, writing the research paper and disseminating findings.

Research Problem

The research problem should be perceived as a challenge or deficiency.
It should represent a discrepancy between the current state of affairs and the preferred or ideal state.
The problem should be sufficiently unknown.

Criteria for a Researchable Problem

The research problem should align with the researcher's area of expertise.
The research should possess adequate material and manpower resources.
The research should be practical and feasible.
The research problem should be complex enough to warrant more than a yes or no answer.

Variables

Variables represent characteristics possessing two or more distinctive values.
In research, variables can be classified as dependent, independent, moderating, or extraneous.

Academic Performance Examples

The text highlights several variables related to academic performance, including student-teacher ratio, teacher education levels, entrance exam scores, teaching styles, class sizes, and study time.

Types of Variables

Dependent Variable: Represents the anticipated consequence or effect of an independent variable.
Independent Variable: Represents the presumed cause or antecedent of the dependent variable.
Moderator/intervening Variable: A variable that helps explain the relationship between the dependent and independent variables.
Extraneous Variable: A variable that can't be directly observed or measured, its impact might be deduced from the interplay of the independent and dependent variables.

Types of Relationships

Symmetrical Relationship: One variable causes the occurrence of another. The occurrence of the second variable is not directly due to the first but due to a third factor.
Asymmetrical Relationship: The occurrence of one variable causes the occurrence of another, but the inverse is not true.
Reciprocal Relationship: Two variables influence each other, causing a two-way process.

Parts of a Research Paper

Preliminary pages include: The title page, approval sheet, acknowledgments, abstract, table of contents, list of tables, list of figures, and list of appendices.
The body of the research report contains chapters: Introduction, Literature review, research design and methodology, results, summary, conclusions, implications, and recommendations.

Chapter 1: Introduction

The introduction to the study covers the background and theoretical framework, statement of the problem, hypotheses, significance of the study, and definitions of key terms.

Hypotheses

A hypothesis is a statement regarding relationships between variables.
Null Hypothesis: A non-directional statement suggesting no significant difference between variables.
Alternative Hypothesis: A directional hypothesis suggesting significant differences between variables.

Chapter 4: Results

Chapter 4 provides the analysis of findings, including both descriptive and inferential statistics.

Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusions, Implications, and Recommendations

This chapter presents a summary of the research journey, discussing the problem, methodology, and key findings.
It also provides conclusions drawn from the research findings.
The implications of the findings are addressed, outlining their significance and potential applications.
Recommendations are put forward based on the research outcomes, suggesting future avenues of research or actions.

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Description

This quiz explores the research process, focusing on design, data collection, analysis, and reporting in the context of tourism and hospitality research. Students will be assessed on their understanding of quantitative and qualitative methods applicable across various fields, particularly in business research. Successfully completing this quiz showcases the ability to design and execute research projects effectively.