Setting Objectives in Research Studies
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What is the primary role of objectives in a study?

  • To identify the research methodology
  • To present the findings of the study
  • To inform the reader about the research goals (correct)
  • To analyze the data collected
  • What is the main objective of a study?

  • An overall statement of the thrust of the study (correct)
  • A specific aspect of the topic to investigate
  • A hypothesis to be tested
  • A review of existing literature
  • What do sub-objectives represent in a study?

  • The research methodology to be used
  • The specific aspects of the topic to investigate (correct)
  • The expected outcomes of the study
  • The overall goal of the study
  • What is the purpose of a hypothesis-testing study?

    <p>To demonstrate a specific relationship or association</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'review of literature' consist of?

    <p>Two words: Review and Literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Objectives in a Study

    • Objectives are the goals set out to attain in a study, informing the reader what the study aims to achieve.
    • Objectives should be worded clearly and specifically to ensure effective communication.

    Types of Objectives

    • A main objective is an overall statement of the study's thrust, outlining the main associations and relationships to be discovered or established.
    • Sub-objectives are specific aspects of the topic to be investigated within the framework of the study.

    Examples of Objectives in Hypothesis-Testing Studies

    • To investigate the correlation between working hours and drug/alcohol abuse, examining whether an increase in working hours leads to a higher incidence of abuse.
    • To examine the effect of providing company accommodation to employees in Algiers hotels on staff turnover, with the aim of reducing turnover rates.

    Review of Literature

    • Consists of two words: "Review" and "Literature", implying a critical examination of existing research and knowledge on a particular topic.

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    Learn how to set clear and specific objectives in your research study, including the main objective and sub-objectives. Understand the importance of well-defined objectives in achieving your study's goals.

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