WorksheetsOccupational Therapy Data Collection Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which of the following is a factor considered in the empirical assessment of validity?
The extent to which items used to quantify a variable coalesce together
The speed of data entry
The popularity of the research topic
The age of the participants
Which of the following is a reason to question the reliability and validity of data collection procedures?
There is not sufficient previous research on the reliability and validity of the instrument.
The instrument has always been used in the same way.
The sample under study is identical to previous studies.
The procedure has been validated in all contexts.
What should investigators do if the reliability or validity of an instrument is in question?
Test the reliability or validity before using the instrument to collect data.
Ignore the reliability and validity concerns.
Use the instrument without any additional testing.
Only use the instrument if it is new.
Why might a new data collection procedure developed specifically for a study have unknown reliability and validity?
Because it has not been previously tested or studied.
Because it is always reliable and valid.
Because it is based on old research.
Because it uses a large sample size.
Why might a researcher choose unstructured note taking during data collection?
To record spontaneous observations
To follow a strict questionnaire
To ensure only quantitative data is collected
To avoid using any electronic devices
Which of the following best describes passive observation in data collection?
The investigator interacts with subjects to influence their responses.
The investigator observes subjects and records data without interacting to maintain objectivity.
The investigator manipulates variables to see their effects.
The investigator participates in the same activities as the subjects.
A researcher wants to minimize bias and maintain objectivity while collecting data. Which approach should they use?
Participant observation
Experimental manipulation
Passive observation
Case study analysis
What is one of the main aims of an observer during data collection?
Remain as objective as possible to prevent biases in data interpretation.
Impose personal expectations on the data.
Interact frequently with the subjects.
Change the data to fit the hypothesis.
Why should an observer try to prevent artificiality or changes in subjects’ behavior?
To ensure the data reflects natural behavior.
To make the study more interesting.
To increase the interaction with subjects.
To speed up the data collection process.
Which of the following best describes a situation where the investigator should remain as unobtrusive as possible?
When the study does not require interaction with the subjects.
When the investigator wants to influence the outcome.
When the subjects are aware of being observed.
When the investigator is part of the group being studied.
