Chapter 1: Intro to Educational Research

Question 1

Inductive Reasoning

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Developing generalizations based on observation of a limited number of related events or experiences.

Question 2

Deductive Reasoning

Answer 2

Arriving at a specific conclusion based on general principles, observations, or experiences.

Question 3

Research

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The formal, systematic application of the scientific method to the study of problems.

Question 4

Educational Research

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The formal, systematic application of the scientific method to the study of educational problems.

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The Scientific Method in Educational Research

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Selection and definition of a problem, execution of research procedures, analysis of data, drawing and stating conclusions

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Hypothesis

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An explanation for the occurrence of certain behaviors, phenomena, or events as a way of predicting the results of a research study and then collects data to test that prediction

Question 7

Quantitative Research

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The collection and analysis of numerical data to describe, explain, predict, or control phenomena of interest

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Qualitative Research

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The collection, analysis, and interpretation of comprehensive narrative and visual data to gain insights into a particular phenomenon of interest

Question 9

Mixed Methods Research

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Combines qualitative and quantitative designs by including both types of data in a single study

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Characteristics of Quantitative and Qualitative Research Approaches

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Identifying a research topic, reviewing the literature, selecting participants, collecting data, analyzing and interpreting data, reporting and evaluating research

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Survey Research

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Determines and reports the way things are; involves collecting numerical data to test hypotheses or answer questions about the current status of the subject of study

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Correlational Research

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Collecting data to determine whether, and to what degree, a relation exists between two or more quantifiable variables

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Causal-Comparative Research

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Attempts to determine the cause for existing differences in the behavior or status of groups of individuals

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Experimental Research

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At least one independent variable is manipulated, other relevant variables are controlled, and the effect on one or more dependent variables is observed

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Generalizability

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Applicability of findings to settings and contexts different from the one in which they were obtained

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Single-subject Experimental Designs

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Used to study the behavior change that an individual or group exhibits as a result of some intervention or treatment- sample size is 1

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Narrative Research

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The study of how different humans experience the world around them; It involves a methodology that allows people to tell their stories as individuals

Question 18

Ethnographic Research

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The study of cultural patterns and perspectives of participants in their natural settings

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Case Study Research

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Conducting qualitative research on a unit of study or bounded system. It’s an all-encompassing method covering design, data collection techniques, and specific approaches to data analysis

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Basic Research

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Conducted solely for the purpose of developing or refining a theory

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Applied Research

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Conducted for the purpose of applying or testing a theory to determine its usefulness in solving practical problems

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Evaluation Research

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The systematic process of collecting and analyzing data about the quality, effectiveness, merit, or value of programs, products or practices

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Research & Development (R&D)

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The process of researching consumer needs and then developing products to fulfill those needs; Purpose is to develop effective products for use in schools

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Action Research

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Any systematic inquiry conducted by teachers, principals, school counselors, or other stakeholders to gather info about the ways in which their particular schools operate