research methodology Flashcards
1
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purpose of research
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advance knowledge, increase understanding, educate others, inform practice
2
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focus of research
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question/hypothesis
3
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sampling methods
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- random
- systematic
- stratified
- cluster
- convenience
4
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sample group
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a group of individuals used to represent the general population as a whole as an estimate.`
5
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sample size
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sample size is the number of observations used for calculating estimates of a given population
6
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types of data
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- primary and secondary
- qualitative and quantitative
7
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sources of data
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- individuals and groups
- print and digital
8
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reliability
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consistency of measurement
9
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validity
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measurement that accurately reflects what was intended to measure
10
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ethical behaviour (B.I.R.P)
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- bias
- integrity
- respect
- privacy
11
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research methods
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- questionnaire
- interviews
- case studies
- observations
- literature reviews
12
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planning for research
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formulating research proposal, managing resources eg, time, money, material
13
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conducting research
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- accessing sources of data
- collecting and recording data
- documenting actions and issues.
14
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interpreting research
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- presenting research results
- analysing research results
- drawing conclusions from research
