Understanding Research Credibility

What is credibility in research?

• Credibility in research is the speed at which research is conducted.

• Credibility in research refers to the number of citations a paper receives.

• Credibility in research is the trustworthiness and reliability of the research findings.

• Credibility in research is determined solely by the author's reputation.

How can transferability enhance research findings?

• Transferability enhances research findings by allowing them to be applicable in various contexts.

• Transferability decreases the reliability of research results.

• Transferability is only relevant in quantitative studies.

• Transferability limits the scope of research findings.

What methods can be used to ensure dependability in qualitative research?

• Statistical analysis and hypothesis testing

• Focus groups, surveys, and interviews

• Random sampling and control groups

• Triangulation, member checking, audit trails, reflexive journaling

Why is confirmability important in research?

• Confirmability is only relevant in qualitative research.

• Confirmability is a measure of the researcher's personal bias.

• Confirmability guarantees the originality of research ideas.

• Confirmability ensures the credibility and reliability of research findings.

How does credibility affect the overall quality of research?

• Credibility has no impact on research quality.

• Credibility significantly improves the overall quality of research by ensuring trustworthiness and reliability.

• Credibility decreases the reliability of research findings.

• Credibility is only important for qualitative research.

What are some strategies to improve the transferability of a study?

• Use diverse samples, replicate in different contexts, ensure clear methodology, and collaborate across disciplines.

• Limit the study to one context

• Use a single sample group

• Avoid collaboration with other fields

In what ways can researchers demonstrate dependability?

• By conducting surveys without analysis

• By ensuring consistency, thorough documentation, peer reviews, and triangulation.

• By using outdated research methods

• By relying solely on personal opinions

What role does confirmability play in validating research results?

• Confirmability is a measure of statistical significance in research.

• Confirmability guarantees the accuracy of data collection methods.

• Confirmability is only relevant in qualitative research.

• Confirmability enhances the credibility and reliability of research results by allowing independent verification.