Research Process Overview

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Match the research step with its description:

Problem Identification = Identifying the main issue or challenge to be addressed Reviewing literatures = Examining existing studies and articles related to the topic Setting the objectives = Determining the goals and aims of the research Analyzing and Interpreting the Data = Examining collected data to draw conclusions

Match the research cycle/spiral step with its description:

Collecting data = Gathering information needed for the study Reporting and Evaluating the Study = Presenting the findings and assessing the research process Describe a population (people, objects, institutions, etc.) = Identifying and detailing characteristics of a specific group Evaluate and/or compare effectiveness of an intervention, treatment or exposure = Assessing the impact and success of an implemented action

Match the scientific process description with its purpose:

determine/describe an existing situation (situation analysis) = Understanding the current state or circumstances compare two conditions or group of population = Evaluating differences or similarities between distinct groups determine existence, degree, or nature of relationship between two or more factors = Investigating connections and correlations between variables describe a population (people, objects, institutions, etc.) = Providing detailed information about a specific group

Match the research definition with its corresponding term:

RESEARCH – a systematic process = A methodical approach to acquiring knowledge RE-SEARCH – an iterative process = A repetitive method of exploring and refining information The role of research is improve the condition/ welfare of life = Enhancing quality of life through investigation The Use of research as a Scientific process = Applying structured methods to study phenomena Signup and view all the answers

Match the general steps of research with their sequence:

Pose a question = Step 1 in research process Collect data to answer the question = Step 2 in research process Present an answer to the question = Step 3 in research process Analyzing and Interpreting the Data = Step 5 in research process Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 general steps of research according to Creswell (2005)?

Pose a question, Collect data to answer the question, Present an answer to the question Signup and view all the answers

List the 6 steps in the Research Cycle/Spiral as mentioned in the text.

Problem Identification, Reviewing literatures, Setting the objectives, Collecting data, Analyzing and Interpreting the Data, Reporting and Evaluating the Study Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of research according to the text?

To improve the condition/welfare of life Signup and view all the answers

How is research used as a scientific process based on the text?

To determine/describe an existing situation, describe a population, compare two conditions or group of population, determine existence, degree, or nature of relationship between factors, evaluate and/or compare effectiveness of an intervention, treatment or exposure Signup and view all the answers

Explain what is meant by 'RE-SEARCH' according to the text.

An iterative process Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Research Overview

Research is a systematic process used to find answers to questions or solve problems.
The main role of research is to discover, interpret, and communicate meaningful patterns and relationships.

Research Cycle/Spiral

The Research Cycle/Spiral consists of 6 steps:
- Problem formulation
- Literature review
- Study design
- Data collection
- Data analysis
- Reporting and implementing the findings
The Research Cycle/Spiral is a cyclical process, meaning that it may repeat itself multiple times until the research question is fully answered.

Scientific Process

Research is used as a scientific process to develop and refine theories, and to predict outcomes.
The purpose of the scientific process is to establish a cause-and-effect relationship between variables.

General Steps of Research

According to Creswell (2005), the 3 general steps of research are:
- Exploration (define the problem and formulate a research question)
- Description (collect and analyze data)
- Explanation (draw conclusions and make recommendations)

Research Definition

'RE-SEARCH' means to search again, and implies a repetitive and iterative process.

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Learn about the systematic and iterative processes involved in research, including problem identification, reviewing literature, setting objectives, collecting data, and analyzing and interpreting data. Understand the fundamental steps of research like posing a question, collecting data, and presenting an answer.