English Flashcards
A Testable prediction about a phenomenon
Hypothesis
The consistency of a research study
Reliability
The system of methods used in a study.
Methodology
The accuracy of the research findings
Validity
An element that can change in an experiment
Variable
Research that explores ideas, experiences, and concepts using non-numerical data.
Qualitative Research
Research the collects and analyzes numerical data to find patterns and relationships.
Quantitative Research
A section in research that discusses existing studies related to the research topic.
Review of Related Literature (RRL)
The process of examining, cleaning, transforming, and modeling data to extract useful information.
Data Analysis
A section in research that specifically reviews previous studies relevant to the research topic.
Review of Related Studies (RRS)
A brief summary of a research paper, including its purpose, methods, results, and conclusions.
Abstract
Firsthand accounts (e.g., interviews, surveys, original research, autobiographies). Example: A soldier’s diary from World War II.
Primary Sources
Interpretations of primary sources (e.g., textbooks, journal articles, reviews). Example: A history book analyzing letters from World War II soldiers.
Secondary Sources
The clarity and organizations of text in a sentence
Coherence
The logical flow of ideas using transition words (e.g., however, therefore, in addition).
Cohesion
What is included in the conclusion of a mini research study?
: A restatement of the research problem.
Cites the specific benefits one can get from the findings of the research report?
: Significance of the study
What part of research does a researcher need for gathering information from the respondents?
Research Instrument
