process of research Flashcards
1
Q
what is an aim?
A
a statement that identifies what a sociologist intends to study
2
Q
what are aims often?
A
to simply collect data on a particular topic
3
Q
what is meant by a hypothesis?
A
more specific than an aim - possible explanation that can be tested by collecting evidence to prove it is true or false
4
Q
what is meant by operationalising concepts before research can begin?
A
researcher needs to define their sociological concepts or ideas in a way that can be measured
5
Q
what is mean by operationalisation?
A
process of concerting a concept into something measurble?
6
Q
what is the aim of a pilot study?
A
to iron out any problems, refine or clarify questions and their wording
