FINAL EXAM Part 1 (1-54 slides Pre Midterm) Flashcards

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Research Question

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A broad inquiry statement about the central phenomenon

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Hypothesis

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A prediction that is derived from the theory about the outcome of a study

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Science

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The discovery of new knowledge

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Research

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A structured way of solving problems

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Quantitative Research

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For theory testing, describing status on variables, and looking at relations among variables

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Qualitative Research

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For exploring and understanding meanings ascribed by individuals or groups

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Mixed Methods Research

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Combines quantitative and qualitative forms of research

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Philosophical Worldview

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A researchers set of beliefs about the general orientation of the world and nature of research

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Ontology

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A researchers belief in the nature of truth and reality, or general orientation to the world

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Epistemology

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A researchers belief about how we acquire knowledge about truth and reality

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Posposivitism

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Based on single reality and objective truth, researcher is unbiased, and associated with the scientific method
- Quantitative Research

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Constructivism

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Based on multiple realities and meanings as varied with complex views, researchers bias is in place
- Qualitative Research

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Pragmatism

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Based on the notion of whatever works and solutions to problems, whatever method works best
- Mixed Methods Research

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Transformative

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Based on the notion that research is intertwined with politics and a focus on action and reform for the participants, while researchers work collaboratively with participants

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Theory

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theoretical framework that organizes and explains and allows new knowledge to be formed

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Independent Variable

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Manipulated Variable, that causes and influences the outcome

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Dependent Variable

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Dependent on the IV, that is the outcome

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Mediating Variable

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Stands between IV and DV, explains how and why the relationship is there

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Moderating Variable

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Stands between IV and DV, and explains when the relationship is there

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4 Parts of a Research Proposal

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  1. Introduction
  2. Proposed Methods
  3. Proposed Data Analysis
  4. Appendices
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Literature Review

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A synopsis of what researchers already know about the topic based on studies that have already been done

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Primary Source

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First hand source of data (Journal article)

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Secondary Source

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Author evaluating previous work (Textbook)

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Purpose Statement

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Establishes the intent or objective of the entire research

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Research Problems

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Address the issue leading to a need for the study

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Research Questions

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Attempt to answer with your data

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Quantitative Purpose Statements (5 Parts)

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Describe/Examine/Test
Variables
Theoretical Framework
Participants
Strategy of Inquiry

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Qualitative Purpose Statements (6 Parts)

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Describe/Explore/Understand
Central Phenomenon
Philosophical Worldview
Participants
Strategy of Inquiry
Research Site

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Quantitative Research includes BOTH Research questions and Hypotheses. True or False

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True

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There are 3 forms of Research Questions for Quantitative they are___

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Comparing Groups
Relating IV and DV
Describing status on variable

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Qualitative Research includes research questions NOT a hypotheses. True or False

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True

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Qualitative Research Questions have two parts which are ____

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Central Questions and Sub Questions

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Mixed Methods Research has BOTH qualitative and quantitative research questions. True or False

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True

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Conflict of Interest

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The study places researchers in conflict with their research/personal interests

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Process of Consent

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Participants free, informed, and ongoing consent throughout the research process

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Privacy

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Right to be free from intrusion of others

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Confidentiality

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Safeguard entrusted information

38
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TCPS 2

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Outlines ethical conduct for research involving humans

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TCPS 2 Chapter 9

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Dedicated to good practices for research involving Indigenous Peoples of Canada

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Core Practices of Chapter 9 TCPS 2 Include: (5)

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Community Engagement
Respect for Culture of community
Research is partnership
Mutual benefits
Consult Elders

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3 Core Principles of TCPS:

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Respect for Persons
Concern for Welfare
Justice

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Respect for Persons

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Recognize value of human beings and respect

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Justice

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Obligation to treat people fairly and equitably

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Concern for Welfare

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Quality of persons experience of life

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9 Steps to Ethical Decision Making

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  1. Develop Ethical Sensitivity
  2. Consult Code of Ethics
  3. Search Ethics Literature
  4. Develop Self-Awareness
  5. Apply Ethical Principles
  6. Develop Alternative Courses of Action
  7. Consult with Colleagues
  8. Take Action
  9. Reflect Upon Result of Actions
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Research Synthesis

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A systematic quantification of the results across multiple studies

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Surverys

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A descriptive research method , broad in scope

48
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Epidemiology

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Studies the distribution and determinants of physical activity and health-related states in populations

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What are the 3 Experimental Designs of Quantitative Research and what is their goal?

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  1. Pre Experimental
  2. Quasi - Experimental
  3. True Experimental

Goal is to establish cause and effect relationships
IV and DV effects

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Causal Claim

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Claim that one variable affects the other, IE relationship among variables

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3 Conditions necessary to make causal claim

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  1. Causes need to precede effects
  2. Needs to be correlation between causes and effects
  3. Relationship between causes and effects cannot be explained by other variables
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What Experimental Design uses random assignment?

a. Pre
b. Quasi
c. True

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c. True Experimental

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What Experimental Designs DO NOT use Random Assignment?

a. Pre
b. Quasi
c. True
d. Pre and Quasi

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d. Pre and Quasi

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What Experimental Design HAS a control group?

a. Pre
b. Quasi
c. True

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b. Quasi

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What Experimental Design DOES NOT have a control group?

a. Pre
b. Quasi
c. True

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a. Pre

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What Pre-Experimental Design is this?

a. Alternative Treatment Post-Test-Only With Nonequivalent Groups Design
b. One-Group Pre-Test-Post-Test Design
c. One-Time Case Study
d. Post-Test-Only With Nonequivalent Groups Design

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C. One-Time Case Study

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What Pre-Experimental Design is this?

a. Alternative Treatment Post-Test-Only With Nonequivalent Groups Design
b. One-Group Pre-Test-Post-Test Design
c. One-Time Case Study
d. Post-Test-Only With Nonequivalent Groups Design

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B. One-Group Pre-Test-Post-Test Design

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What Pre-Experimental Design is this?

a. Alternative Treatment Post-Test-Only With Nonequivalent Groups Design
b. One-Group Pre-Test-Post-Test Design
c. One-Time Case Study
d. Post-Test-Only With Nonequivalent Groups Design

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D. Post-Test-Only With Nonequivalent Groups Design

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What Pre-Experimental Design is this?

a. Alternative Treatment Post-Test-Only With Nonequivalent Groups Design
b. One-Group Pre-Test-Post-Test Design
c. One-Time Case Study
d. Post-Test-Only With Nonequivalent Groups Design

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A. Alternative Treatment Post-Test-Only With Nonequivalent Groups Design

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Why are Pre-Experimental Designs not recommended?

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They are weak at making a causal claim and that is goal of study

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What True Experimental Design is this?

a. Post-Test Only Control-Group Design
b. Pre-Test-Post-Test Control-Group Design
c. Solomon Four-Group Design

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B. Pre-Test-Post-Test Control-Group Design

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What True Experimental Design is this?

a. Post-Test Only Control-Group Design
b. Pre-Test-Post-Test Control-Group Design
c. Solomon Four-Group Design

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C. Soloman Four-Group

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What True Experimental Design is this?

a. Post-Test Only Control-Group Design
b. Pre-Test-Post-Test Control-Group Design
c. Solomon Four-Group Design

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A. Post-Test Only Control-Group Design

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Why might you not be able to use a true experimental design?

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If random selection is not available

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What Quasi-Experimental Design is this?

a. Single-Group Interrupted
b. Nonequivalent (Pre-Test and Post-Test) Control-Group Design
c. Control-Group Interrupted Time-Series Design

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a. Single-Group Interrupted

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What Quasi-Experimental Design is this?

a. Single-Group Interrupted
b. Nonequivalent (Pre-Test and Post-Test) Control-Group Design
c. Control-Group Interrupted Time-Series Design

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c. Control-Group Interrupted Time-Series Design

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What Quasi-Experimental Design is this?

a. Single-Group Interrupted
b. Nonequivalent (Pre-Test and Post-Test) Control-Group Design
c. Control-Group Interrupted Time-Series Design

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b. Nonequivalent (Pre-Test and Post-Test) Control-Group Design

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What is the order of strength of Experimental Designs from Strongest to Weakest?

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  1. True
  2. Quasi
  3. Pre
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What is the difference between Population and Sample?

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Population is the large group of interest for a study where a sample is then taken from to form a smaller group

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Probability Sampling

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Equal probability of individuals in a population to be selected

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Non Probability Sampling

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Selection of participants is based on a non-random method

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The two forms of collecting samples for quantitative sampling are probability and non-probability sampling. True or False

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True

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What are the 4 Examples of Probability Sampling?

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  1. Random Selection
  2. Systematic Sampling
  3. Stratified Random Sampling
  4. Cluster Sampling
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Explain the 4 Types of Sampling Based on the Image

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Random = every member same probability
Systematic = every Nth person selected
Stratified = divided into group based on characteristic and randomly selected from those groups
Cluster = each group selected in clusters from random

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What are the 2 Examples of non-probability Sampling?

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  1. Convenience Sampling
  2. Purposive Sampling
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What are 3 Purposive Sampling forms?

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  1. Snowball Sampling
  2. Quota Sampling
  3. Expert Sampling
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Explain the 3 Purposive Sampling Forms

  1. Snowball Sampling
  2. Quota Sampling
  3. Expert Sampling
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Snowball = identify one participant with characteristic and they find others similar
Quota= set a quota number and find that exact amount with characteristics
Expert = identify known experience in area of interest