Research (introduction To Research) Flashcards
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What does causal explanation focus on?
Causal explanation focuses on cause-and-effect relationships and answers ‘why’ questions.
What is prediction in research?
Prediction is about guessing what might happen in the future based on patterns or data from the past.
What are the three types of research based on purpose?
- Basic
- Applied
- Evaluative
What characterizes basic research?
Basic research has no apparent applications to practical problems and aims to expand fundamental knowledge.
What is the goal of applied research?
Applied research aims at finding a practical solution for an immediate problem of society.
What does evaluative research assess?
- Implemented activities
- Effects of activities
- Short-term effects
- Impact of a program
- Success of intervention
What does historical research utilize?
Historical research utilizes historical sources like documents and remains to study past events or ideas.
What is the principal objective of research?
The principal objective of research is to add to what is known about the phenomenon under investigation.
List the purposes of research.
- Exploration
- Description
- Causal Explanation
- Prediction
What does ‘empirical’ refer to in research?
‘Empirical’ refers to knowledge gained through direct experience or observation.
What does critical research entail?
Critical research involves questioning the validity and reliability of the collected data.
What are the two ways to classify research?
- By purpose
- By method employed
Why is research important in professional contexts?
Research is a means to earn a living for professional researchers through proposals and findings.
How does research contribute to technological advancement?
Research is essential for discovering and advancing modern technology.
What are some characteristics of good research?
- Systematic
- Logical
- Empirical
- Replicable
What does controlled research imply?
Controlled research is governed by specific scientific procedures that must be followed.
What does rigorous research mean?
Rigorous research ensures that the procedures are relevant and earnestly followed.
What steps are involved in systematic research?
- Understanding the problem
- Reviewing literature
- Collecting data
- Analyzing data
- Drawing conclusions
What are the basic operations involved in systematic research?
- Data collection
- Data analysis
- Report writing
What is the etymology of the word ‘research’?
The prefix ‘Re–’ means again, and ‘–search’ means examine carefully.
What does exploration in research involve?
Exploration involves finding out new information about something that has not been studied much before.
What does description in research focus on?
Description focuses on collecting detailed information to understand something better.
How is research defined?
Research is a systematic search for knowledge about existing phenomena that are unknown.
