Critical Awareness Of Research Flashcards
What is the definition of research?
Research is the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.
True or False: Research can only be conducted in scientific fields.
False
What is a hypothesis?
A hypothesis is a proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.
What is a literature review?
A literature review is a survey of scholarly sources on a specific topic, providing a summary, synthesis, and critical evaluation of the relevant works.
What is a variable in research?
A variable is any factor, trait, or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types.
What is the purpose of a research proposal?
A research proposal outlines the objectives of a research project, the methodology to be used, and the expected outcomes or benefits of the research.
What is the difference between primary and secondary research?
Primary research involves collecting data directly from original sources, while secondary research involves analyzing existing data collected by others.
What is a control group in research?
A control group is a group of subjects in an experiment that does not receive the experimental treatment and is used as a benchmark for comparison.
What is the definition of bias in research?
Bias is the systematic deviation of results or inferences from the truth, or processes leading to such deviation.
What is the purpose of peer review in research?
Peer review is the evaluation of work by one or more people with similar competencies as the producers of the work, ensuring its validity and reliability.
What is a research methodology?
Research methodology is the systematic process used to collect and analyze data in order to answer a research question or test a hypothesis.
What is a sample size in research?
A sample size is the number of individual subjects or units included in a study, representing a subset of the population being studied.
What is a research ethics committee?
A research ethics committee is a group responsible for reviewing and approving research involving human subjects to ensure ethical standards are met.
What is the purpose of informed consent in research?
Informed consent is the voluntary agreement of a participant to participate in a research study based on a full understanding of the study’s purpose, risks, and benefits.
What is a research design?
A research design is the overall plan or structure of a research study, outlining the methods and procedures to be used in collecting and analyzing data.
