Module 2: Argument

Question 1

What is the #1 problem in developing a good research question?

Answer 1

too vague/general to answer

Question 2

Specificity

Answer 2

-define terms clearly to formulate answerable research questions

Question 3

Examples of overly generalized terms

Answer 3

Health, exercise, stress, diet, well-being, aging, fitness, metabolism, disease, lifestyle

Question 4

Qualities of a specific research question

Answer 4

-measurable
-noticeable correlations
-explicit and clear
-well controlled

Question 5

Why might someone conduct a literature review?

Answer 5

1) identify/formulate topics, statements, questions
2) guard against appeal to authority
3) understand variables and concepts

Question 6

Primary sources:

Answer 6

-original research papers, documents, speeches

Question 7

Secondary sources:

Answer 7

-reviews, meta-analyses, systematic reviews, cited research

Question 8

Criteria for a good article

Answer 8

-clear alignment of subjects
-clear/logical methodology
-relevant study sample (size/pop)
-published in peer-reviewed journal
-journal impact factor
-citations

Question 9

Journal impact factor (IF)

Answer 9

calculating the number of times selected articles are cited within the last few years

Question 10

What would a high IF mean?

Answer 10

Highly ranked, and likely more reputable