Week 5 Research Method

What is emphasized more in qualitative research methods compared to quantitative ones?

• Statistical analysis and objective measurement

• Exploration and subjective experiences

• Confirming hypotheses with empirical data

• Utilizing a large sample size for generalization

Which of the following best defines a hypothesis in quantitative research?

• A statement that describes cultural phenomena

• A prediction of results based on variable interactions

• An in-depth qualitative question about participant feelings

• A descriptive analysis of data without statistical tests

Which type of hypothesis specifies the expected direction of relationships between variables?

• Non-directional hypothesis

• Directional hypothesis

• Qualitative hypothesis

• Exploratory hypothesis

What does a confounding variable potentially affect in an experiment?

• The clarity of operational definitions of independent variable.

• The effect of the independent variable on the dependent variable

• The statistical significance of results based on the outcome

• The cultural context of the study and sample size

What does an operational definition in research ensure?

• That the study results can be generalized to a larger population

• That the variables are measurable and the study is replicable

• That the theoretical assumptions are confirmed

• That the research questions are ethically formulated

What is the role of subquestions in research?

• To predict interactions between independent and dependent variables

• To guide the research process and refine the central question

• To measure the outcomes of the study

• To define the theoretical basis of the study

What should research questions be tailored to consider?

• The statistical methods employed in data analysis

• The educational setting and age group being studied

• The cultural and social sensitivity of the theoretical framework

• The personal beliefs and biases of the researcher

Which of the following is crucial for a hypothesis to be testable?

• It must be clearly and concisely stated

• It must align with qualitative methodologies

• It must predict non-specific outcomes

• It must explore broad, thematic areas

What do variables in quantitative research primarily represent?

• Descriptive characteristics of the sample in the study

• Numerical measures that can be statistically analyzed

• The subjective experiences of participants

• The theoretical orientation of the study

What is a key consideration when crafting research questions to ensure they are ethical?

• They must be neutrally phrased to avoid bias

• They must be complex enough to cover broad themes

• They must involve a large number of variables

• They must predict specific outcomes