Research Methods and Information Validity

Identify three different sources of research.

• Books, Internet, Interviews

• Movies, Games, Music

• Social Media, Television, Radio

• Blogs, Magazines, Podcasts

Describe what is meant by a data source.

• A place where data is stored

• A method of analyzing data

• A tool for data visualization

• A source from which data is obtained

Give two reasons for acknowledging data sources.

• To avoid plagiarism and give credit

• To increase word count and fill space

• To confuse readers and add complexity

• To make the document look professional

Give two ways of checking whether information is valid to use.

• Check the publication date and author's credentials

• Count the number of pages and words

• Verify the font size and color

• Ensure the document is printed and bound

Explain how to evaluate whether information found is relevant.

• Compare it with unrelated topics

• Check if it answers the research question

• Ensure it is written in a foreign language

• Verify it is from a popular website

Explain how to ensure that the information you report is free from bias.

• Use multiple sources and perspectives

• Only use information from friends

• Rely solely on personal opinions

• Choose sources that agree with your view

Explain the difference between primary and secondary research methods.

• Primary research involves collecting new data, while secondary research uses existing data.

• Primary research is cheaper than secondary research.

• Secondary research is more reliable than primary research.

• Primary research is faster to conduct than secondary research.

Identify and explain one legal restriction on using information found.

• Copyright laws prevent unauthorized use of protected works.

• There are no legal restrictions on using information.

• Information can be used freely if it is found online.

• All information is public domain and can be used without restriction.

Describe two reasons for agreeing aims and objectives of information required.

• To ensure clarity and focus in research.

• To make the process more expensive.

• To increase the time taken for research.

• To avoid any form of documentation.

Identify three different ways of reporting information.

• Written reports, oral presentations, and visual displays.

• Only through written reports.

• By ignoring the information.

• Through informal conversations only.