Understanding Research Processes

What is the first step in the research process?

• Identify the Problem

• Review the Literature

• Clarify the Problem

• Clearly Define Terms and Concepts

What is the purpose of conducting a literature review?

• To gain foundational knowledge

• To gather data

• To analyze the data

• To create the instrumentation plan

What should be clearly defined to avoid confusion in research?

• The population

• The research question

• Key terms and concepts

• The instrumentation plan

What is the final step in the research process?

• Gather Data

• Analyze the Data

• Report Findings

• Identify the Problem

What is a key characteristic of qualitative research?

• It seeks to quantify problems

• It uses structured methods

• It explores underlying reasons and motivations

• It focuses on numerical data

What is the goal of quantitative research?

• To understand complex issues

• To generate numerical data for analysis

• To explore opinions and motivations

• To provide exploratory insights

What must researchers obtain from participants before conducting a study?

• Informed consent

• Anonymity

• Confidentiality

• Approval from institutions

What is a fundamental ethical responsibility of researchers?

• Minimizing the risk of harm

• Collecting data efficiently

• Analyzing data accurately

• Reporting findings promptly

What is the first step in qualitative research?

• Design the study

• Determine research questions

• Collect data

• Analyze data

What is the purpose of validating findings in research?

• To enhance their validity

• To collect more data

• To analyze the data

• To report findings