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What is the primary focus of the Research Institute for Aging, as mentioned in the content?
What is the primary focus of the Research Institute for Aging, as mentioned in the content?
Which of the following is NOT considered a key element of a successful research proposal, according to the content?
Which of the following is NOT considered a key element of a successful research proposal, according to the content?
What is the suggested initial step for Week 2's class objectives?
What is the suggested initial step for Week 2's class objectives?
What is the deadline for submitting the research team contract?
What is the deadline for submitting the research team contract?
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Besides submitting the research team contract, what other task is required during Week 2?
Besides submitting the research team contract, what other task is required during Week 2?
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Which of the following is considered a suitable topic to be researched by the Centre for Elder Research?
Which of the following is considered a suitable topic to be researched by the Centre for Elder Research?
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Which section of a grant application highlights the uniqueness of the proposed research?
Which section of a grant application highlights the uniqueness of the proposed research?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the list of new research terminology?
Which of the following is NOT included in the list of new research terminology?
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Why is it important to include at least one reference in Section 1 (Background) of a research grant application?
Why is it important to include at least one reference in Section 1 (Background) of a research grant application?
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What kind of analysis should be done to determine the strengths and weaknesses of an existing successful research grant application?
What kind of analysis should be done to determine the strengths and weaknesses of an existing successful research grant application?
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Which aspect of a study is directly determined by the data collection methods used?
Which aspect of a study is directly determined by the data collection methods used?
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In a research proposal, where are data sources and data collection methods typically described?
In a research proposal, where are data sources and data collection methods typically described?
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What is the minimum number of different data collection methods that should be used in a research study, according to the content?
What is the minimum number of different data collection methods that should be used in a research study, according to the content?
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Which data collection method is characterized by designing structured questions to gather data from a large number of participants?
Which data collection method is characterized by designing structured questions to gather data from a large number of participants?
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Which of the following is a primary advantage of using interviews as a data collection method?
Which of the following is a primary advantage of using interviews as a data collection method?
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Which of the following is a potential drawback of using the observation method in data collection?
Which of the following is a potential drawback of using the observation method in data collection?
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What distinguishes a research methodology from a data collection method?
What distinguishes a research methodology from a data collection method?
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Which of the following exemplifies a 'double-barreled' question that should be avoided in survey design?
Which of the following exemplifies a 'double-barreled' question that should be avoided in survey design?
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According to Bramm Research's design tips, how should the flow of questions be structured in a survey?
According to Bramm Research's design tips, how should the flow of questions be structured in a survey?
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What key element should be included in the introduction of a survey questionnaire?
What key element should be included in the introduction of a survey questionnaire?
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Which factor is most important when evaluating the specificity of a research problem?
Which factor is most important when evaluating the specificity of a research problem?
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What is a primary concern when designing survey questions?
What is a primary concern when designing survey questions?
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Which of the following is NOT a typical category in a research budget?
Which of the following is NOT a typical category in a research budget?
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What is the primary purpose of requiring researchers to obtain informed consent from participants?
What is the primary purpose of requiring researchers to obtain informed consent from participants?
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Which of the following exemplifies a poorly designed question due to encompassing multiple inquiries at once?
Which of the following exemplifies a poorly designed question due to encompassing multiple inquiries at once?
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What should researchers do to manage potential conflicts of interest in their research?
What should researchers do to manage potential conflicts of interest in their research?
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In the context of designing questions, what does a 'leading question' primarily risk?
In the context of designing questions, what does a 'leading question' primarily risk?
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What is the main goal of data privacy measures in research?
What is the main goal of data privacy measures in research?
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Why is it important that a Likert scale is well-presented?
Why is it important that a Likert scale is well-presented?
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In the context of research, what does 'methodology' generally refer to?
In the context of research, what does 'methodology' generally refer to?
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What is the main focus of Week 5's Data Collection Methods (Part 2)?
What is the main focus of Week 5's Data Collection Methods (Part 2)?
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What does PROMs stand for in the context of data collection?
What does PROMs stand for in the context of data collection?
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Which of the following best describes the relationship between research standards and research ethics?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between research standards and research ethics?
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According to the course agenda, what is one task related to the research proposal due this week?
According to the course agenda, what is one task related to the research proposal due this week?
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What is the purpose of a research team contract?
What is the purpose of a research team contract?
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Why is it important to provide detailed and justified explanations for each item in a research budget?
Why is it important to provide detailed and justified explanations for each item in a research budget?
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Apart from progressing on the research proposal, what is another task due by January 31st?
Apart from progressing on the research proposal, what is another task due by January 31st?
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What action should be taken immediately after submitting the research team contract?
What action should be taken immediately after submitting the research team contract?
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What is a primary benefit of using qualitative data collection methods?
What is a primary benefit of using qualitative data collection methods?
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In focus groups, what technique is used to guide the discussion flow?
In focus groups, what technique is used to guide the discussion flow?
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What is a potential challenge specifically associated with traditional focus groups?
What is a potential challenge specifically associated with traditional focus groups?
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In the context of online focus groups, what does a 'synchronous' format refer to?
In the context of online focus groups, what does a 'synchronous' format refer to?
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What is the primary activity suggested for Day 1 in a three-day online discussion format?
What is the primary activity suggested for Day 1 in a three-day online discussion format?
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When might individual interviews be preferred over focus groups?
When might individual interviews be preferred over focus groups?
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Which of the following is an advantage of individual interviews compared to focus groups regarding data handling?
Which of the following is an advantage of individual interviews compared to focus groups regarding data handling?
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Which interview approach relies heavily on close-ended questions?
Which interview approach relies heavily on close-ended questions?
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What should researchers assure respondents of, during focus groups?
What should researchers assure respondents of, during focus groups?
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In an online discussion format, what are participants expected to do on days 2-3?
In an online discussion format, what are participants expected to do on days 2-3?
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Which data collection method involves numerical scores reflecting individual perceptions of health and quality of life?
Which data collection method involves numerical scores reflecting individual perceptions of health and quality of life?
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What is the primary purpose of frequency counts in observational data collection?
What is the primary purpose of frequency counts in observational data collection?
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Which of the following is a key characteristic of unobtrusive methods in data collection?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of unobtrusive methods in data collection?
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What is a critical consideration when using unobtrusive observation methods?
What is a critical consideration when using unobtrusive observation methods?
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Which of the following methods involves collecting thoughts, words, and feelings?
Which of the following methods involves collecting thoughts, words, and feelings?
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What does 'accessibility and ease' refer to in the context of recruiting participants for data collection?
What does 'accessibility and ease' refer to in the context of recruiting participants for data collection?
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Which type of sampling is suitable for large-scale data collection where a representative group is needed from a specific population?
Which type of sampling is suitable for large-scale data collection where a representative group is needed from a specific population?
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Which type of sampling is useful when access to the target population is limited, and you need participants to recommend other potential participants?
Which type of sampling is useful when access to the target population is limited, and you need participants to recommend other potential participants?
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What does duration measures refer to within observations?
What does duration measures refer to within observations?
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What does 'descriptions of specific behaviours' refer to within observations?
What does 'descriptions of specific behaviours' refer to within observations?
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What is the interview guide (semi-structured)?
What is the interview guide (semi-structured)?
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What is a key component of the research proposal project?
What is a key component of the research proposal project?
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When are patients perceptions of health and quality of life measured?
When are patients perceptions of health and quality of life measured?
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Which data collecting participation are students given?
Which data collecting participation are students given?
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What is an example of a tracking device that may be used for data collection?
What is an example of a tracking device that may be used for data collection?
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Flashcards
Novelty
Novelty
The requirement for research topics to be new and not duplicated.
Relevance
Relevance
Research that must connect to Recreational Therapy (RT).
Feasibility
Feasibility
The practicality of completing research within a limited timeframe.
Research Proposal
Research Proposal
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Research Grants
Research Grants
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Grant Application Process
Grant Application Process
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Methodologies
Methodologies
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Systematic Review
Systematic Review
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Pilot Test
Pilot Test
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Literature Review
Literature Review
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Data Collection Methods
Data Collection Methods
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Reliability
Reliability
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Validity
Validity
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Survey
Survey
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Interviews
Interviews
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Observation
Observation
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Experiments
Experiments
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Focus Groups
Focus Groups
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Quantitative Research
Quantitative Research
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Qualitative Research
Qualitative Research
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Qualitative Data Collection
Qualitative Data Collection
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Question Funnel
Question Funnel
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Social Distancing Challenges
Social Distancing Challenges
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Synchronous Focus Groups
Synchronous Focus Groups
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Asynchronous Focus Groups
Asynchronous Focus Groups
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Three-Day Discussion Format
Three-Day Discussion Format
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Individual Interviews
Individual Interviews
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Structured Interviews
Structured Interviews
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Dominance Bias
Dominance Bias
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Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs)
Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs)
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Poorly Designed Questions
Poorly Designed Questions
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Leading Questions
Leading Questions
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Likert Scale
Likert Scale
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Survey Design Techniques
Survey Design Techniques
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Research Criteria
Research Criteria
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Ethical Considerations
Ethical Considerations
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Informed Consent
Informed Consent
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Data Privacy
Data Privacy
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Conflict of Interest
Conflict of Interest
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Budget Planning
Budget Planning
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Budget Categories
Budget Categories
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Research Ethics Training
Research Ethics Training
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PROMs
PROMs
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Data Collection
Data Collection
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Sampling Methods
Sampling Methods
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Probability Sampling
Probability Sampling
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Non-Probability Sampling
Non-Probability Sampling
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Observational Methods
Observational Methods
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Data Collection Challenges
Data Collection Challenges
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Unobtrusive Methods
Unobtrusive Methods
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Patient-Reported Outcomes
Patient-Reported Outcomes
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Visual Methods
Visual Methods
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Trackers
Trackers
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Reflection and Review
Reflection and Review
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Study Notes
Week 1 - Evaluation and Research Class 2025
- Course Introduction: Evaluation and Research class, 2025. Topics include the core differences between research and evaluation, research design processes, data collection methods, research ethics (TCPS 2 training), and creating research proposals.
- Research vs. Evaluation: Research aims to discover new knowledge and build or test theories. Evaluation gauges the effectiveness of programs or policies. Research uses systematic inquiries, experiments, and data analysis; evaluation employs data analysis, interviews, and surveys.
- Research Terminology: Key terms presented include Hypothesis (Research Prediction), Variables (Factors Affecting Outcome), Quantitative Research (Statistical Analysis), and Qualitative Research (Interviews & Observation).
- Validity and Reliability: Students should understand the difference between Validity and Reliability in the context of research.
- TCPS 2 Ethics Training: Course incorporates training on research ethics. Components include Informed Consent, Confidentiality, REB Approval, and Conflict of Interest. Due date for completion is Jan 31.
Week 2 - Evaluation and Research Design Process
- Course Overview: Review of Week 1 material (terminology and ethics), research design processes, case studies (Stay Active plan, Mohawk College research project), and completion of a research team contract & developing a research proposal.
- Research Terminology Additions: New terms introduced include Consent, Confidentiality, and Conflict of Interest.
- Research Design Process: A six-step process is highlighted: Research Question, Objectives, Methodology (Quantitative or Qualitative), Data Collection Methods, Data Analysis, and Research Report.
- Case Study Analysis: Detailed example involving a Stay Active program for inpatients. Methodologies include Pre and Post Assessment, Post-Program Satisfaction Survey, and Retention & Registration Data.
Week 3 - Research Grants and Grant Application
- Research Grants Overview: Learning about funding sources for research, such as the Research Institute for Aging, Centre for Elder Research, and Ontario Centres for Learning, Research, and Innovation in Long-Term Care. Topics include Research Grants & Resources, Ethics & Research Criteria.
- Research Proposal and Grant Application: The course focuses on the grant application process including Grant Application Process, Ethics and Research Criteria, and critical sections of a research proposal (Grant Application Sections 1-3).
- Budgeting: A core topic involves Budget Categories with a $10,000 budget maximum.
Week 4 - Data Collection Methods (Part 1)
- Data Collection Methods: In-depth exploration of data collection methods, including Surveys, Interviews, Observations, and Experiments. The purpose of the different methods and their respective strengths are discussed.
- Research Methodology vs. Data Collection Methods: Distinguishing between the broader research approach (e.g., qualitative vs. quantitative) and the specific ways of gathering data.
- Bramm Research Survey Formats: Focus is on creating high-quality surveys that avoid ambiguous, double-barreled, and leading questions.
- Research Proposal Project: Course emphasizes the importance of a thorough and well-reasoned research proposal project.
Week 5 - Data Collection Methods (Part 2) & PROMS
- Data Collection Methods (Part 2): Discusses Focus Groups, Interviews, and Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) in more detail.
- PROMS: Information regarding standardized questionnaires for measuring perceptions of health and quality of life is provided.
- Data Collection Opportunities: Options for collecting data, including the Ontario Student Experience Survey and TR Month Celebration Activities, are discussed.
- Research Proposal Project: Continuing to refine the research proposal and focusing on sections 4 and 5. Group work is encouraged.
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Test your knowledge on key elements of successful research proposals, particularly in the context of aging studies. This quiz covers essential topics, deadlines, and the unique aspects of research applications as outlined in your course. Perfect for students focusing on gerontology and research methodologies.