Applied research Flashcards

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‘‘Research is to see what nobody else has seen,
and to think what nobody else has thought”

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Albert Szent-Gyorgi

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is a procedure by which we attempt
to find systematically, and with the support of
demonstrable fact, the answer to a question or
the solution of a problem

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Research (Leedy, 1989).

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Research is the systematic, controlled,
empirical and critical investigation of
hypothetical propositions about presumed
relations among natural phenomena

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(Kerlinger, 1970)

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4
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Research is a process of steps used to collect
and analyze information to increase our
understanding of a topic or issue

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(Creswell).

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5
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Research is a process of gathering data to
solve a particular or specific problem in
scientific manner

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(Halpin, 1996).

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Research is a careful, critical, disciplined
inquiry, varying in technique and method
according to the nature and conditions of the
problem identified, directed toward the
clarification or resolution of the problem

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(Good and Scates, 1972).

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c. It follows an orderly and
sequential procedure that leads to the discovery of
the truth or solution

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Researchh is systematic

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8
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All the procedures
employed and data gathered are perceived in the
same manner by all observers.

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research is empirical

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The data of all
researchers have to be analyzed, presented, and
interpreted

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research is analytical

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All the findings
and conclusions are logically based on empirical
data

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Research is objective and logical

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Experimental
research requires hypothesis that need to be tested.

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research employs hypothesis

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Data are
transformed into numerical measures and are treated
statistically to determine their significance or
usefulness.

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Research employs statistical methods

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13
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Except in historical
research, data are gathered from primary sources or
first-hand sources and not from secondary sources

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research is original work

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Only experts use
valid data, carefully designed procedures, and valid
research instrument.

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Research is done by an expert

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15
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A research carelessly done due to racing against time
may lead to incorrect findings and shaky
conclusions

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Research is a patient and unhurried activity

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Research involves much work, time, personnel, and
money.

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research requires an effort making capacity

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Characteristics of research

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research is systematic
Research is Empirical
Research is analytical
research is objective and logical
research employs hypothesis
research employs statistical methods
research is original work
research is done by an expert
research is a patient and unhurried activity
research requires an effort -making capacity
research requires courage

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At times, the
researcher encounters public disapproval,
frustration, undergo hazards, sleepless nights, etc.
But, despite of these problems, the researcher
should be brave enough to finish and pursue the
effort started.

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Research require courage

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19
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Ethics in Research

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1.Minimize the risk of harm
2. Get permission/obtain informed consent
3. Protect anonymity and confidentiality
4. Honesty.
5. Objectivity
6. Integrity
7. Carefulness.
8. Openness.
9. Respect for Intellectual Property.
10. Confidentiality.
11. Responsible Publication.
12. Responsible Mentoring.
13. Respect for colleagues.
14. Social Responsibility.
15. Non-Discrimination.
16. Competence
17. Legality.
18. Animal Care.
19. Human Subjects Protection.

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20
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“Planning is bringing the future into the present
so that you can do something about it now.”

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Alan Lakein

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21
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Based on Application of Research Method

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a. Pure Research
b. Applied Research

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22
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Four types of research

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  1. Based on Application of Research Method
  2. Based on Purpose of the Research
  3. Based on the Types of Data Needed
  4. Data you deal with research
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23
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deals with concepts, principles,
or abstract things. It aims to increase your
knowledge about something

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Pure research

24
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– to apply your chosen
research to societal problems or issues, finding
ways to make positive changes in society.

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applied research

25
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Based on Purpose of the Research

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Descriptive Research
Correlational Research
Explanatory Research
Exploratory Research
Action Research

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– defining or giving
portrayal or picture of a person , thing, event, group,
situation, etc.

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Desrciptive research

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shows relationships or
connectedness of two factors, circumstances, or
agents called variables that affect the research.

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Correlation research

28
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elaborates or explains
not just the reasons behind the relationship of two
factors but also the way in which such relationships
exist.

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Explanatory research

29
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to find out how reasonable or possible it is to
conduct a research study on a certain topic.
- is a methodology approach
that explores research questions that have not
previously been studied in depth.
– It is often used when the issue you’re studying is
new, or the data collection process is challenging in
some way.

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Exploratory Research

30
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an ongoing practice of a
school, organization, community or institution for
the purpose of obtaining results that will bring
improvements in the system

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Action Research

31
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Based on the Types of Data Needed

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. Qualitative Research
Quantitative Research –

32
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requires non-numerical
data to express the results, the inquiry of the
investigation about people’s thoughts, beliefs,
feelings, views, and lifestyles regarding the object
of the study.

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Qualitative Research

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– involves measurement
of data. It presents research findings referring to the
number of frequency of something in numerical
forms (percentages, fractions, numbers)

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Quantitative

34
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Data you deal with research

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Primary Data
Secondary Data

35
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APPROACHES TO RESEARCH

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a. Scientific or Positive Approach
b. Naturalistic approach
c. Triangulation Approach

36
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uses words to express
data. These are data that express truths about the
way people perceive or understand the world.

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Naturalistic Approach

37
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combining scientific
and naturalistic approach. You are free to gather and
analyze data using multiple methods. It gives you
the opportunity to view every angle of the research
from different perspectives

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Triangular Approach

38
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– discover and
measure information as well as observe and control
variables in an impersonal manner. It allows control
of variables.

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Scientific or positive approach

39
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a. Will it harm participants?
b. Will it cause discomfort and distress?
c. Will it exploit social disadvantage?
d. Will it harm the identify and anonymity
of the respondents
e. Will it cause financial burden to all the
participants

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Minimize the risk of harm

40
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a. Participants/informants are volunteers
b. Write a letter
c. Permission to go undercover
d. Cite and refer

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Get permission/ obtain informed consent

41
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Data privacy act of 2012

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Protect anonymity and confidentiality

42
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Honestly report data, results, methods and
procedures, and publication status.
Do not fabricate, falsify, or misrepresent data. Do
not deceive colleagues, sponsors, or the public.
a. Making false promises to informants/respondents
b. fake data

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Honesty

43
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Strive to avoid bias in data analysis,
data interpretation, personnel decisions, expert
testimony, and other aspects of research where
objectivity is expected or required. Avoid or
minimize self-deception

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Objectivity

44
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. Keep your promises and agreements;
act with sincerity; strive for consistency of thought
and action.

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Integrity

45
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. Avoid careless errors and
negligence. Keep good records of research
activities, such as data collection, research design,
and correspondence with agencies or journals.

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Carefulness

46
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Share data, results, ideas, tools,
resources. Be open to criticism and new ideas.

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openness

47
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Honour
patents, copyrights, and other forms of intellectual
property. Do not use unpublished data, methods, or
results without permission. Give proper
acknowledgment or credit for all contributions to
research. Never plagiarize

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Respect of intellectual property

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Protect confidential
communications, such as personnel records, trade or
military secrets, and patient records.

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Confidentiality

49
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. Publish in order to
advance research and scholarship, not to advance
just your own career. Avoid wasteful and
duplicative publication.

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Responsible publication

50
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Help to educate, and
advise students. Promote their welfare and allow
them to make their own decisions.

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Responsible mentoring

51
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s. Respect your
colleagues and treat them fairly.

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Respect for colleagues

52
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Strive to promote social
good and prevent social harms.

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Social responsibility

53
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Avoid discrimination
against people on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, or
other factors not related to scientific competence.

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Non discrimination

54
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Maintain and improve your own
professional competence and expertise through
lifelong education and learning

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Competence

55
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Know and obey relevant laws and
institutional and governmental policies

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Legality

56
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Show proper respect for animals
when using them in research. Do not conduct
unnecessary animal experiments.

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Animal Care

57
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Minimize harms
and risks and maximize benefits; respect human
dignity and privacy; and strive to distribute the
benefits and burdens of research fairly.

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Human Subject Protection