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Research Methods Overview and Definitions

The document outlines various research methods, including definitions of key terms such as veracity, sampling, and research design. It differentiates between basic and applied research, as well as probability and non-probability sampling. Additionally, it lists major classes of quantitative studies and qualitative research methods, along with the main sections of a research proposal.

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Research Methods Overview and Definitions

The document outlines various research methods, including definitions of key terms such as veracity, sampling, and research design. It differentiates between basic and applied research, as well as probability and non-probability sampling. Additionally, it lists major classes of quantitative studies and qualitative research methods, along with the main sections of a research proposal.

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Test 2 - Research Methods

1. Match the following:

A - 13. Investigator

B - 4. Concepts

C - 9. Simple hypothesis

D - 12. Data

E - 8. Active variables

F - 5. Deductive reasoning

G - 7. Theory

H - 3. Study participant

I - 1. Directional hypothesis

J - 2. Dependent variable

2. Define the following:

i. Veracity:

Truthfulness or accuracy in research data and reporting.

ii. Sampling:

The process of selecting a representative group from the population under study.

iii. Research Design:

A detailed plan or blueprint used to conduct a study, specifying methods for collecting and analyzing data.

iv. Research Proposal:

A written document outlining the plan for a research project, including objectives, methodology, and
Test 2 - Research Methods

significance.

3. Differentiate between:

i. Basic Research vs Applied Research

- Basic Research: Aimed at gaining more comprehensive knowledge or understanding of the subject without

immediate application.

- Applied Research: Conducted to solve practical problems and improve processes or practices.

ii. Probability Sampling vs Non-Probability Sampling

- Probability Sampling: Every member of the population has a known, non-zero chance of being selected

(e.g., random sampling).

- Non-Probability Sampling: Not all members have a chance of being selected; selection is based on

non-random criteria (e.g., convenience sampling).

4. Major classes of quantitative study:

1. Descriptive research

2. Correlational research

3. Causal-comparative research

4. Experimental research

5. List five qualitative research methods:

1. Case study

2. Ethnography

3. Phenomenology
Test 2 - Research Methods

4. Grounded theory

5. Narrative research

6. Main sections of a research proposal:

1. Title

2. Abstract

3. Introduction (Background and Problem Statement)

4. Literature Review

5. Methodology

6. Data Analysis Plan

7. References

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