Research Terminology and Concepts

This video tutorial explores key terms used in science and research, such as bias, compound, empirical evidence, hypothesis, paradigm, parameters, phenomenon, qualitative and quantitative research, and variables. Each term is explained in detail, including its different forms and usage in academic contexts, providing examples to illustrate their meanings.

What does the noun form of 'bias' refer to?

• A mathematical equation

• A type of research method

• A prejudice for or against something

• A scientific theory

How is the word 'compound' pronounced when used as a verb?

• With emphasis on the first syllable

• With emphasis on the second syllable

• With emphasis on the last syllable

• With no emphasis

What does 'empirical' describe?

• A type of hypothesis

• Information verified by observation

• Information based on theory

• A mathematical formula

What is a 'hypothesis'?

• A mathematical theorem

• A proposed explanation based on limited evidence

• A proven scientific fact

• A type of scientific experiment

What does the term 'paradigm' refer to?

• A mathematical equation

• A type of research method

• A theoretical framework

• A scientific experiment

What are 'parameters' commonly used to describe?

• Scientific theories

• Limits or guidelines

• Mathematical equations

• Types of research methods

What is a 'phenomenon'?

• A mathematical equation

• A type of research method

• An observed occurrence or event

• A scientific theory

What does 'qualitative' research focus on?

• Mathematical equations

• Scientific theories

• Observation of qualities

• Numeric measurement

What does 'quantitative' describe?

• A mathematical equation

• A type of scientific theory

• Something that can be measured by its quantity

• Something that can be measured by its quality

What is a 'variable' in scientific research?

• A constant factor

• A changeable factor

• A scientific theory

• A mathematical constant