Practical Research 2

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What is the focus of quantitative research?

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The focus of quantitative research is on measuring social reality and finding out quantities in something.

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What are the strengths of quantitative research?

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1. Allows broader study 2. Greater objectivity/accuracy of results 3. Research can be replicated and compared with similar studies 4. Personal bias can be avoided 5. Summarizes vast sources of information.

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What are the weaknesses of quantitative research?

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1. Data is more efficient but may fail to notice contextual points. 2. Rigid process of discovery. 3. Requires extensive statistical treatment. 4. Costly and time-consuming. 5. Results offer less detail on behavior, attitudes, and motivation.

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What are the four main kinds of quantitative research designs?

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Descriptive, Correlational, Causal Comparative, and Experimental.

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What is descriptive research?

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Descriptive research is used to obtain information concerning the current status of phenomena, describing 'what' exists with respect to variables or conditions.

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What does correlational research test?

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Correlational research tests for the relationship between two variables and how one affects the other.

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What is the purpose of causal comparative research?

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Causal comparative research looks to unearth a cause and effect relationship between different groups affected by the same circumstance.

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What is experimental research?

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Experimental research reveals a cause and effect relationship by systematically manipulating one independent variable.

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What is the focus of observation studies in descriptive research?

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Observation studies focus on particular factors of behavior and quantify them using rating scales.

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What is survey research?

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Survey research is acquired by asking respondents questions through interviews or questionnaires to discover beliefs, knowledge, actions, and expectations.