Writing the Chapter 1 and 2

Understanding the Metaphor: What does "turning on the switch" metaphorically represent in the context of research?

• Finding a research topic

• Starting your research project

• Concluding your research

• Reviewing literature

According to Hairston and Keene, which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good research title?

• Predicts content

• Catches the reader’s interest

• Reflects the tone of writing

• Should be very long and detailed

Which of the following is NOT typically included in Chapter 1 of a research paper?

• Background of the Study

• Research Problems/ Objectives

• Data Analysis Methods

• Hypotheses

What is the main purpose of the 'Background of the Study' section in a research paper?

• To provide a detailed methodology

• To establish the area of research and its importance

• To present the research results

• To critique existing literature

According to the presentation, what is a crucial first step in beginning your research?

• Publishing your findings

• Organizing your ideas and making an outline

• Choosing a research team

• Conducting experiments

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the significance of literature review mentioned in the presentation?

• Building rapport with your audience

• Avoiding incidental plagiarism

• Presenting new theories

• Staying focused on the research

What is a key difference between a theoretical and a conceptual framework?

• Theoretical framework is based on existing theories, while conceptual framework is constructed by the researcher.

• Theoretical framework is always quantitative, while conceptual framework is qualitative.

• Conceptual framework is based on empirical evidence, while theoretical framework is not.

• There is no difference; they are the same.

According to Creswell (2012), what is the purpose of the Problem Statement?

• To predict the outcomes of the research

• To advance the focus for the study

• To summarize the research findings

• To establish the researcher’s qualifications

In the context of research problem identification, what is a characteristic of quantitative research?

• It is exploratory and understanding oriented.

• It is description and explanation oriented.

• It focuses on the researcher's personal experience.

• It does not require measurable data.

What is an operational definition?

• A definition based on the researcher's opinion

• A definition in terms of specific processes, tests, and measurements used to determine presence or quantity

• A general, dictionary-like definition

• A definition that is universally accepted in all fields