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Selecting and Defining Research Problems

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What is the primary role of a research problem in the scientific method?

To provide an alternative to the existing research findings

To serve as a thread that binds everything together (correct)

To establish the importance of the research study

To provide a conclusive answer to the research question

What is a characteristic of a well-defined research problem?

It is unrelated to the researcher's area of expertise

It is broad and complex in scope

It is narrow and manageable for study (correct)

It is not of particular interest to the researcher

What is the primary purpose of identifying a general subject in selecting a research problem?

To ensure that the research study is replication-free

To maintain focus during the months of conducting the study (correct)

To guarantee that the research findings are generalizable

To ensure that the research study is conducted within a short period of time

What is an example of a source of research problems?

A theory of learning Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a theory that can provide the inspiration for a research problem?

It is an organized body of concepts, generalizations, and principles Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of how a theory can inspire a research problem?

A researcher may explore certain factors that may affect the length of time children take to pass from one stage to the next Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason researchers participate in class discussions or read articles in local newspapers?

To identify research problems that capture their interest Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of replicating a study?

To verify the results of the original study Signup and view all the answers

What is a common limitation of relying solely on library searches to identify research problems?

They are not efficient ways to identify research problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of electronic mailing list services and digital tools?

To facilitate communication among researchers Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason researchers need to narrow down their research problems?

To make the study more manageable and focused Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between quantitative and qualitative research problems?

Quantitative research problems are narrowed quickly at the start of a study Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Importance of a Research Problem

Provides focus and structure for the remaining steps in the scientific method
Acts as the thread that binds everything together

Sources of Research Problems

Theories (e.g., theories of learning and behavior)
Personal experiences and concerns
Previous studies that can be replicated
Electronic mailing lists
Library searches (more useful after identifying a problem)

Identifying a Research Problem

Identify a general subject related to your area of expertise and of particular interest
Narrow down the scope of the problem to make it manageable for study
Consider consulting with faculty advisors and reviewing current research in the problem area

Narrowing the Problem

Select a specific aspect of the general problem area related to your expertise
Be cautious not to narrow the problem too much, but rather find a balance
Quantitative research problems are usually narrowed quickly, while qualitative research problems are narrowed after gathering more information about participants and setting

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Learn about the importance of a research problem in the scientific method, including how it provides focus and structure for the remaining steps. Understand the challenges of refining a research problem and the need for flexibility and rethinking.