Piolet Studies

Question 1

What is a pilot study?

Answer 1

A pilot study is a test to see wether what is being done will be successful

Often tv shows will have an episode called the pilot.

Question 2

What is sampling

Answer 2

process of selecting a subset of individuals or cases from a larger population to participate in a research study. It allows researchers to make inferences about the entire population without studying everyone.

Question 3

What is operationalising ?

Answer 3

The process of defining how abstract concepts or variables will be measured and observed in a specific study. It involves translating theoretical concepts into measurable, observable indicators.

Question 4

Types of operationalising

Answer 4

Quantitative and qualitative

Question 5

What is quantitative

Answer 5

Assigning numerical values (e.g., Likert scales, test scores).

Question 6

What is qualitative

Answer 6

Defining specific criteria for observation (e.g., types of verbal expressions, behaviors).

Question 7

Types of sampling

Answer 7

Simple random sampling
Systematic sampling
Stratified sampling
Cluster sampling

Question 8

Non probability sampling types

Answer 8

Convenience sampling
Snowball sampling
Quota sampling

Question 9

Why is operationalising important?

Answer 9

It ensures that concepts are clearly defined and measurable, allowing for accurate data collection and analysis.

Question 10

Example of sampling

Answer 10

study the impact of online learning on high school students.

Population: All high school students in the city.

Sampling Frame: List of all high schools in the city

Sampling Method: Stratified sampling based on school type (public vs. private) to ensure representation.