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What characteristic ensures that research questions remain relevant and important to ask?
What characteristic ensures that research questions remain relevant and important to ask?
- Significance (correct)
- Feasibility
- Ethics
- Clarity
Which factor is NOT considered when evaluating the feasibility of a research question?
Which factor is NOT considered when evaluating the feasibility of a research question?
- Theories involved (correct)
- Budget constraints
- Available respondents
- Duration of the study
Why is clarity important in research questions?
Why is clarity important in research questions?
- It leads to agreement on the meaning among readers. (correct)
- It facilitates a deep analysis of variables.
- It guarantees ethical compliance in the study.
- It simplifies the research design process.
Which of the following is a primary focus of descriptive research questions?
Which of the following is a primary focus of descriptive research questions?
What does the limitation of a study refer to?
What does the limitation of a study refer to?
What is a crucial aspect to consider to ensure ethical research?
What is a crucial aspect to consider to ensure ethical research?
When formulating research questions, what aspect should be considered regarding the population involved?
When formulating research questions, what aspect should be considered regarding the population involved?
What type of phrase is typically used in formulating descriptive research questions?
What type of phrase is typically used in formulating descriptive research questions?
What characterizes a discrete variable?
What characterizes a discrete variable?
Which of the following is an example of a continuous variable?
Which of the following is an example of a continuous variable?
In defining a research topic, what is the first step?
In defining a research topic, what is the first step?
Which level of measurement includes a true zero point?
Which level of measurement includes a true zero point?
What is a characteristic of a categorical variable?
What is a characteristic of a categorical variable?
What should not be included in a research title?
What should not be included in a research title?
An example of an interval measurement is:
An example of an interval measurement is:
Which step in developing a research topic comes after refining the question?
Which step in developing a research topic comes after refining the question?
What is the maximum number of words allowed for a research title?
What is the maximum number of words allowed for a research title?
What should be avoided in the way a research title is presented?
What should be avoided in the way a research title is presented?
Which element is NOT a part of the background of the study?
Which element is NOT a part of the background of the study?
What is the purpose of a research gap?
What is the purpose of a research gap?
How should scientific names be handled in a research title?
How should scientific names be handled in a research title?
What should the tone of a research title reflect?
What should the tone of a research title reflect?
What is the primary purpose of an introduction in the background of a study?
What is the primary purpose of an introduction in the background of a study?
Which of the following best describes a hypothesis in research?
Which of the following best describes a hypothesis in research?
What is the primary purpose of the significance of the study in research?
What is the primary purpose of the significance of the study in research?
Which of the following best defines personal limitations in research?
Which of the following best defines personal limitations in research?
How does a theoretical framework differ from a conceptual framework?
How does a theoretical framework differ from a conceptual framework?
Who are considered beneficiaries of a study?
Who are considered beneficiaries of a study?
What does the scope of a study indicate?
What does the scope of a study indicate?
In the context of research frameworks, what does the 'IDV/DV model' represent?
In the context of research frameworks, what does the 'IDV/DV model' represent?
What typically distinguishes the 'focus of content' in research?
What typically distinguishes the 'focus of content' in research?
What role do biases play as a limitation in research?
What role do biases play as a limitation in research?
What is the primary purpose of defining terms in a research study?
What is the primary purpose of defining terms in a research study?
Which type of definition is based on established meanings found in dictionaries or encyclopedias?
Which type of definition is based on established meanings found in dictionaries or encyclopedias?
Which of the following statements about operational definitions is true?
Which of the following statements about operational definitions is true?
What characterizes a complex hypothesis?
What characterizes a complex hypothesis?
What is the nature of an empirical hypothesis?
What is the nature of an empirical hypothesis?
Which hypothesis expresses an explanation that can be verified logically?
Which hypothesis expresses an explanation that can be verified logically?
What is the primary function of a working hypothesis?
What is the primary function of a working hypothesis?
What does a statistical hypothesis analyze?
What does a statistical hypothesis analyze?
Study Notes
Research Variables
- Discrete Variables: Countable whole numbers; examples include group size and number of students.
- Continuous Variables: Can take fractional values and can be positive or negative; examples include height and temperature.
Steps in Developing a Research Topic
- Choose a broad, interesting, and significant topic relevant to the field.
- Conduct preliminary research to understand existing literature.
- Clearly define the research problem and refine your research question.
Research Title Guidelines
- Use precise descriptions reflecting the study's subject and scope.
- Avoid abbreviations except for commonly known terms (e.g., DNA, ICT).
- Omit phrases like "The study of" to maintain clarity and brevity.
- Titles should be in declarative form, typically limited to 18 words.
- Include key variables, respondents, and locale while maintaining proper grammar and punctuation.
Background of the Study
- Serves to inform the reader about the context and relevance of the research.
- Incorporates a theoretical and conceptual framework, statement of the problem, significance of the study, scope and limitations, and definition of terms.
Research Gap
- Represents an underexplored area requiring further investigation, affecting variables, methodology, or subjects.
Characteristics of Good Research Questions
- Feasible, clear, significant, and ethical, considering time, resources, and welfare of participants.
Scope of the Study
- Specifies coverage regarding variables, participant population, geographical details, and theories included.
Limitations of the Study
- Addresses uncontrollable factors affecting methodology and results, which can include personal, methodological, or data collection limitations.
Distinction between Theoretical and Conceptual Framework
- Theoretical Framework: Anchors the study in established theories relevant to knowledge.
- Conceptual Framework: Presents the researcher’s beliefs and ideas underpinning the study, often reflecting the practical application of theories.
Definition of Terms
- Essential for clarifying key terminology and ensuring understanding.
- Types of definitions include:
- Conceptual: Definition based on common understanding (dictionary).
- Operational: Definition as per its application in the study context.
Types of Hypotheses
- Complex Hypothesis: Involves relationships between multiple independent and dependent variables.
- Empirical Hypothesis: Also known as Working Hypothesis; based on observation, it can change over time.
- Logical Hypothesis: Dependent on logical reasoning and limited evidence.
- Statistical Hypothesis: Pertains to analysis based on a sample of the population.
Significance of the Study
- Details the importance of the research to stakeholders, justifying its necessity and potential benefits.
Benefits and Beneficiaries of the Study
- Positive impacts identified on specific individuals or groups benefiting from research findings.
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This quiz covers key concepts in research methodology, focusing on discrete and continuous variables. It also outlines the essential steps for developing a research topic, emphasizing the importance of clear definitions and guidelines. Test your knowledge on creating effective research titles and understanding variable types.
