Technical Terms in Research and Research Methods

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is any quality of a person, group subject, event, condition, or emotion that can vary or take on different values.

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Variable

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is an organized body of concepts and principles intended to explain a particular phenomenon.

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Theory

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It refers to the process of selecting a subset or portion of a larger population for research purposes, ensuring that data collected represents the larger population accurately.

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Sampling

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is a term used in research that abstractly describes and names an object, phenomenon, or idea, helping researchers discuss complex topics in simple terms.

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Concept

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is a tentative explanation or answer for a phenomenon under investigation, forming the basis for the research.

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Hypothesis

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focuses on understanding human behavior, experiences, and social phenomena, often involving non-numerical data.

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Qualitative research

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involves measuring and analyzing numerical data to identify patterns and test theories or hypotheses.

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Quantitative research

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What does the 'S' in SMART goals stand for?

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Specific

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What does the 'M' in SMART goals stand for?

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Measurable

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What does the 'A' in SMART goals stand for?

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Achievable