Anosike Midterm/Final

Question 1

Conceptualization

Answer 1

translating abstract ideas into precise terms so that they can be studied and measured

Question 2

Operationalization

Answer 2

defining how a concept will be measured in a study by identifying specific indicators that can be observed and quantified, allowing researchers to study intangible ideas like attitudes, social class, or happiness through concrete data collection methods.

Question 3

Theory

Answer 3

explanation to the social world through a sociological perspective

Question 4

Hypothesis

Answer 4

a statement that researchers use to describe their expectations about their findings

Question 5

Objectivity

Answer 5

the idea that sociological research should be free of bias and prejudice, and that researchers should remove their personal opinions and values from their work

Question 6

Independent variable and dependent variable

Answer 6

In: Procrastination Rates of Students
Dp: academic success

Question 7

probability sampling

Answer 7

a method of selecting research participants from a population where every individual has an equal and known chance of being chosen, achieved through random selection

Question 8

convenient sampling

Answer 8

a non-probability sampling method that involves selecting participants based on their availability, willingness, or ease of access

Question 9

purposive sampling

Answer 9

a non-probability sampling technique where researchers intentionally select participants based on specific characteristics

Question 10

Scientific Research Method

Answer 10

1. Observation- observe some phenomena happening
2. Create a question- why is it occurring
3. Literature review- read about it
4. Hypothesize- and educated guess on the cause
5. Research Design- how to actually study and observe the phenomena to collect data(questionnaires, surveys, participant observation)
6. Collecting Data/Reporting Findings- what does the info collected mean
7. Draw Conclusion