Nature of Inquiry and Research Flashcards
careful or diligent search
Research
studious inquiry or examination; especially :investigation or experimentation aimed at the discovery and interpretation of facts, revision of accepted theories or laws in the light of new facts, or practical application of such new or revised theories or laws
Research
This course develops critical thinking and problemsolving skills through qualitative research.
Practical Research
Characteristics of Research
- E________
- L_______
- Cy_______
- Ana________
- Me_________
- Re__________ty
Research utilizes proven ____________ procedures in gathering the data, whether historical, descriptive, experimental and case study.
Analytical
Research is based on direct experience or
observation by the researcher.
Empirical
Research is based on valid procedures and
principles
Logical
Research is a __________ process because it starts
with a problem and ends with a problem
Cyclical
Research exhibits careful and precise
judgment.
Critical
The research design and procedures are
replicated or repeated to enable the researcher to
arrive at valid and conclusive results.
Replicability
Research is conducted in a _____________ manner without bias using systematic method and procedures
Methodical
Ethics of Research
- Honesty
- Objectivity
- Integrity
- Carefulness
- Openness
- Respect for Intellectual Property
- Confidentiality
- Responsible publication
- Responsible mentoring
- Respect for colleagues
- Social responsibility
- Non-discrimination
- Competence
- Legality
- Animal care
- Human subjects protection
Processes of Research
- Define _________ ________
- Review __ ___________
- Formulate ______________
- P_________ ___ _________ design
- ____collection
- ____ analysis
- I______________ and R__________ writing
uses non-statistical methods to gain understanding about a population. In other words, you’re not dealing with the numbers you’d find in quantitative research.
Qualitative research
collecting and analyzing data to explain phenomena. Information from a sample is used to make generalizations or predictions about a population
Quantitative research
