Intro to Research Flashcards

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It is a systematic, rigorous investigation of a situation or problem in order to generate new knowledge or validate existing principle or theory.

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Research

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It is a scientific investigation of phenomena that includes the collection, presentation, analysis, and interpretation of facts that align an individual’s speculation with reality.

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Research

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6 IMPORTANCE & PURPOSES of Research

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  1. To solve problems
  2. To make a sound decision
  3. To obtain academic degrees
  4. To unveil the truth
  5. To acquaint with the facts/happenings
  6. To find out causal/underlying relationships
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7 CHARACTERISTICS of Research

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  1. Empirical
  2. Logical
  3. Cyclical
  4. Analytical
  5. Critical
  6. Methodical
  7. Replicability
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It is a characteristic of research that is based on direct experience or observation by the researcher.

Examples are in a form of documentaries or social research

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Empirical

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It is a characteristic of research that is based on valid procedures and principles.

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Logical

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It is a characteristic of research that starts with a problem and ends with a problem.

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Cyclical

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It is a characteristic of research that utilizes proven analytical procedures in gathering the data whether historical, descriptive, experimental, or case study.

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Analytical

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It is a characteristic of research that exhibits careful and precise judgment.

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Critical

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It is a characteristic of research that is conducted in a methodical manner without bias using systematic methods and procedures.

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Methodical

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Research design and procedures are replicated or repeated to enable the researcher to arrive at valid and conclusive reports.

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Replicability

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3 TYPES OF RESEARCH

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  1. Basic Research (Pure/Fundamental Research)
  2. Applied Research
  3. Developmental Research
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This type of research seeks to discover basic truths and principles. Examples include Charles’ Law and Archimedes’ Principle

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Basic Research

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This type of research involves seeking new applications of scientific knowledge such as the development of a new system or procedure, new device, or new method in order to solve a problem.

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Applied Research

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This type of research is decision-oriented research involving the application of the steps of the scientific method in response to an immediate need to improve existing practices.

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Developmental Research

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This type of research is decision-oriented research involving the application of the steps of the scientific method in response to an immediate need to improve existing practices.

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Developmental Research

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3 CLASSIFICATIONS OF RESEARCH

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  1. Library Research
  2. Field Research
  3. Laboratory Research
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It is a classification of research that is done in the library where answers to specific questions/problems of the study are available.

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Library Research

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It is a classification of research conducted in a natural setting.

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Field Research

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It is a classification of research conducted in artificial or controlled conditions by isolating the study in a thoroughly specified area.

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Laboratory Research

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8 STEPS of the Research process

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  1. Identify a problem/question
  2. Review the Literature
  3. Clarify the problem-specifically-identify the purpose of the study
  4. Clearly define terms & concepts
  5. Define the population
  6. Develop the instrumentation plan
  7. Collect data
  8. Analyze data
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Methods are related to numbers and is quantifiable (verbal)

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Quantitative Data

22
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Deals with values, behaviors, and experiences (nonverbal)

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Qualitative Data

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In a Quantitative Research, subject & researcher’s relationship is 1)__________, while in Qualitative, it is 2)_________

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  1. distant
  2. close
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In Quantitative Research, the relation between theory and concept is 1)__________, while in Qualitative, it is 2)_________

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  1. confirmative/confirmation
  2. emergent
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In Quantitative Research, the research structure is 1)__________, while in Qualitative, it is 2)_________

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  1. structured
  2. unstructured
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In Quantitative Research, the image of social reality is 1)__________, while in Qualitative, it is 2)_________

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  1. static and external to the actor
  2. processual and socially constructed by author
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In Quantitative Research, the nature of data is 1)__________, while in Qualitative, it is 2)_________

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  1. hard and reliable
  2. rich and deep