Quiz 1 Flashcards
Concurrent Mixed Methods Research Design
When qualitative and quantitative phases occur at the same time.
Sequential Mixed Methods Research Design
When the quantitative or qualitative phase is conducted first, informing the other phase.
Effect Size
a quantitative estimate of the relationship between variables or differences between groups.
A standard metric
Explanation problems
When researchers can make claims about cause and effect, or attempt to answer problems of why events and behaviours happen.
Extraneous variables
variables identified in the discussion section of the study when researchers attempt to make sense of their findings.
Anything that was not initially considered when the study was developed.
Often measured in subsequent studies.
Need to be controlled (influence limited). Also known as control variables
Inductive Reasoning
Using observation of specific events and circumstances to make predictions about general principles that are tied together and united into theory.
Literature Map
a visual representation that draws together the existing studies and identifies how your topic is situated within the broader body of research.
Literature Review
A synopsis of what researchers know based on studies that have already been done on similar, relevant topics.
It situates the current study within an ongoing textual discussion and dialogue related to the topic.
Mediator Variable
A variable that is proposed to at least partially explain the relationship between the independent and dependent variable.
Meta-analysis
a summary conclusion using statistical techniques to synthesize the data from the studies included in the systemic review into an effect size.
Used in quantitative studies
Involves the identification of a problem, a methodology, and an analysis.
Meta-synthesis
An intentional, coherent appraisal and summary of qualitative evidence to conclude with the interpretation and meaning of specific research questions.
Moderator variable
(also called categorical variable or effect moderator) a variable of interest that cannot be manipulated. (age, race, etc.)
Narrative Review
the type of literature review whereby you identify a few studies that describe a topic or problem of interest.
Null Hypothesis
States that the independent and dependent variables are not related, or that there are no significant correlation between groups.
The basis for all statistical analyses.
Predictive research
Based on the premise that there is a need to identify relationships among variables.
Purpose statement
identifies intent of study, variables/concepts/phenomena, and purpose of the study.
Research Problem
Represents the foundational need for the study and describes the context for the study and the issues that exist in the literature, theory, and/or practice.
Answers question of why this research needs to be conducted.
Scoping Review
Used to describe broad existing literature from a range of different study designs and methods in order to provide an overview of available evidence on a topic.
Requires a structured and transparent process for identification of literature and presentation of information in a tally.
Slightly more sophisticated than narrative review.
Systematic Reviews
A type of literature review that uses structure methods to collect secondary data, critically appraise and evaluate the research studies, and synthesize the findings.
May involve a meta-analysis or meta-synthesis.
Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB)
a common theory in sport and exercise physiology which states that exercise or health behaviour can be directly explained by one’s intentions to engage in the behaviour and one’s perceptions of control over the behaviour.
Variables
attributes or characteristics that may vary over time or across cases.
Ethical Dilemma
A situation that requires ethical action, but the person making the decision is required to perform two or more mutually exclusive actions.
Biohazard
any organism, or its derivative, that could negatively influence another organism.
Principles
The three principles of the TCPS 2 that includes respect for persons, concern for welfare, and justice.