Chapter 2: The Research Process Flashcards
1
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Eight-Step Model
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- Formulating research problem
- Conceptualizing a research design
- Constructing an instrument for data collection
- Selecting a sample
- Write research proposal
- Collecting data
- Processing and displaying data
- Writing a research report
2
Q
Research Design should include…
A
- study design per se
- logistical arrangements
- measurement procedures
- sampling strategy
- frame of analysis
- time frame
3
Q
Primary Data
A
data collected specifically the study
4
Q
Secondary Data
A
data already collected for other purposes
5
Q
Key aims of sampling
A
- avoidance of bias in the selection of the sample
- attainment of maximum precision for a given outlay of resources
6
Q
Categories for sampling design
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- random sampling
- non-random sampling
- mixed sampling
7
Q
Information included in a research proposal
A
- what you are proposing to do
- how you plan to proceed
- why you selected the proposed strategy
8
Q
Details included in research proposal
A
- statement of objectives
- list of hypothesis
- study design
- setting for the study
- research instruments
- sample size and sampling design
- data processing procedures
- study’s problems and limitations
- proposed time-frame
9
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Ways to collect data
A
- interviews
- questionnaire by email
- focus group discussions
- observations
- survey
