Research Terminology and Definitions

• Technical Definition: Explains terminology and can be found in a dictionary.
• Operational Definition: Defines a word by how it is used in a sentence or context.
• Data: Facts, statistics, figures, or evidence collected during a study.
• Research: A systematic process to gather information and answer questions, expanding knowledge.
• Conceptual Framework: Describes the research problem and objectives.
• Quantitative Research: Used to describe variables and examine relationships among them.
• Methodology: Lists all tools used in the research.
• Introduction: Uses a style or format to cue authors and supports the background.
• Results: This section focuses only on results related to the research/problem.

Definitions of Words in Context

• Spoon: To behave in an amorous way, kiss and cuddle.
• Batch: A group of cookies placed in the oven.
• Stones: Hardened pieces of bile that form in bile ducts.
• Bug: An unexpected problem with software or hardware.
• Fallacious: Misleading or incorrect.
• Somnolent: Drowsy.
• Flounder: To struggle.
• Vociferous: Expressing oneself loudly.
• Peril: Danger.
• Furnishes: Gives.
• Operational Definition Example: A smartphone can be used as a recording device to capture moments.

Operational Definition Sentences

• Alcohol Today: Can be burned as fuel and used in industry and medicine.
• Alcohol: Found in whiskey, wine, beer, or in fermented and distilled liquors known as ethyl alcohol
• Similar To: Common signal when comparing and contrasting ideas.
• Expanding Definition: achieved through example, comparison/contrast, and process.
• Expanded Definition: a detailed explanation with examples and visuals.

Expanded Definitions

• Confrere: A fellow member of a profession, fraternity, etc.
• Kindness: doing something good for somebody
• Opaque: Difficult to understand.
• Sharp: Can refer to the knife's edge or to tone of speech

Understanding Connotation

• Scant: Insufficient
• Empathy: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others.

Grammatical Accuracy in Definitions

• Water: Must be described as colorless, tasty, and odorless liquid vital for life.
• Generosity: Defined as willing to give, not "to giving".
• Whereas: Connects contrasting ideas by highlighting differences

Contrasting Definitions

• Electric Cars: Efficient and environmentally friendly, while gas-powered cars are less efficient and produce more pollution.

Complete Research Title Example

• Effects on Academic Performance of Online Game Addiction to Teenagers.
• Main Topic Location: Subject Matter of the Study
• Position Statement: A complete sentence expressing your position on an issue.
• Strong Position Statement: Clear, assertive, and backed by evidence.
• Sample: A smaller group taken from a larger population for measurement.
• Experimental Design: Determines the effects of a new vaccine on HIV patients.
• Quantitative Research: Examines the amount of time a doctor spends with a patient.
• Research Problem: A problem needing a solution through research.
• Qualitative Research: Explores meanings, concepts, and descriptions.
• Descriptive Design: A qualitative method focusing on experiments.
• Introduction: States the purpose and importance of research.
• Theoretical Framework: Includes assumptions, hypotheses, definitions, or theories that support the investigation.
• Variable: A quality/condition/emotion that varies or takes on different values.
• Statistical Treatment: Applying statistical methods to data.
• Literature Review Function: Provides information about past research on the study topic.
• Hypothesis: A tentative explanation/answer for a phenomenon under study.