Understanding Research Design

What is the purpose of a research design?

To finalize the data collection technique
To dictate the specific measurements of a building
To conceptualize and plan the research study (correct)
To provide a blueprint for data analysis

Which aspect should be considered when finalizing the choice of research design?

The quantum of data needed for the research
The size of the building to be constructed
The geographical location of the research site
The philosophical basis and purpose of the research (correct)

What is included in the research design according to the text?

Only the type of data for the research
Many related aspects of the research work (correct)
Only the methods or techniques for analyzing the data
Only the purpose and philosophical basis of the research

How does design function in the field of research?

As a loose and unfixed formation of the research study (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the decisions that need to be made when finalizing the choice of design?

Deciding on the type of data for the research (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of a case study research design?

To describe and explain the reasons behind the nature of existence of a person, organization, or thing (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does ethnography differ from a traditional case study?

Ethnography does not involve the researcher's direct participation in the group activities (A) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes historical study from other qualitative research designs?

It covers a period indicating a big number of years and focuses on changes or permanence of things (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of a phenomenology research design?

Exploring subjective human experiences and perspectives (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which method of data collection is commonly used in a case study research design?

Interview, observation, and questionnaire (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the strategies mentioned for attaining critical reading?

Underlining important parts of the text (A) Signup and view all the answers

When contextualizing a text, what should a reader consider?

Identifying the original historical or cultural context (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should critical readers do when faced with different interpretations by authors?

Examine the interpretations critically (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one type of challenge mentioned for reflecting on beliefs and values when reading critically?

Challenges to ingrained beliefs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of critical reading beyond just being satisfied with what a text says?

Reflecting on what the text describes and analyzing its meaning (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does effective reading involve, according to the text?

Understanding how a text is written and incorporating those techniques into your own writing (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does critical reading NOT necessarily involve, as per the text?

Being overly critical of the ideas presented in a text (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the essence of being 'critical' in an academic sense, according to the text?

Advancing understanding rather than dismissing and closing off learning (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does critical reading involve, as per the text?

Engaging with what you read by asking yourself questions about the author's intent and the main argument presented (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is effective reading important for effective research and writing?

It helps you understand how to incorporate writing techniques into your own work (B) Signup and view all the answers