Research Methodology Flashcards
What is the primary goal of explanatory research?
A. To evaluate the effectiveness of a program or intervention.
B. To explain the reasons behind a phenomenon or event.
C. To predict future trends based on historical data.
D. To provide a detailed description of a topic.
B. To explain the reasons behind a phenomenon or event.
What does descriptive research primarily aim to do?
A. Explain the reasons behind a phenomenon.
B. Assess the value or worth of a program.
C. Predict future outcomes based on statistical analysis.
D. Provide a detailed account or snapshot of a phenomenon.
D. Provide a detailed account or snapshot of a phenomenon.
What is a case study in research?
A. A survey conducted to collect data from a wide range of participants.
B. A statistical analysis of a large population.
C. A study that involves controlled experiments.
D. An in-depth examination of a single individual, group, or entity.
D. An in-depth examination of a single individual, group, or entity.
Which of the following is NOT the goal of conducting research?
A. Facilitating informed decisions
B. Gaining basic knowledge
C. Finding practical solutions
D. Summarizing information from textbooks
D. Summarizing information from textbooks
In general level, which of the following steps is NOT in the process of writing a research?
A. Propose an answer to the question
B. Select research tool to answer the question
C. Gather data to answer the question
D. Ask a question
B. Select research tool to answer the question
What is the most accurate definition of research?
A. A systematic inquiry to discover new knowledge or confirm existing knowledge.
B. A casual exploration of a subject without any specific goal.
C. A method to persuade others to accept a particular viewpoint.
D. A process of gathering opinions and stories.
A. A systematic inquiry to discover new knowledge or confirm existing knowledge.
A researcher wants to investigate the impact of a new teaching method on student test scores across multiple schools in a district. Which research approach is most appropriate?
A. Action research
B. Qualitative research
C. Quantitative research
D. Case study
C. Quantitative research
What is the primary aim of action research?
A. To arrive at recommendations for improved practice.
B. To explain the causes of a problem.
C. To predict future outcomes based on data analysis.
D. To describe a phenomenon in detail.
A. To arrive at recommendations for improved practice.
Which research approach is best suited for exploring the lived experiences and emotions of cancer survivors?
A. Case study
B. Qualitative research
C. Quantitative research
D. Action research
B. Qualitative research
Which of the following situations is called “research”?
A. A group of friends discussing their favorite books at a coffee shop.
B. A student going to the library to find a coursebook about literature review.
C. A student experimenting with a new drug to kill cancer.
D. A musician composing a song without any prior knowledge or inspiration.
C. A student experimenting with a new drug to kill cancer.
In which context is action research most appropriate?
A. When the goal is to generalize research findings to a broader population.
B. When the researcher wants to explore a completely new topic.
C. When a problem involving people, tasks, and procedures needs a solution.
D. When the research primarily focuses on historical analysis.
C. When a problem involving people, tasks, and procedures needs a solution.
In education, what is the primary function of educational research?
A. Creating standardized tests.
B. Promoting a one-size-fits-all approach to learning.
C. Encouraging rote memorization.
D. Identifying effective teaching methods and strategies.
D. Identifying effective teaching methods and strategies.
Which of the following activities is the best example of the research process?
A. Conducting surveys to gather data on public opinion on a product.
B. Watching a documentary on wildlife conservation.
C. Taking a leisurely stroll through a park.
D. Browsing social media posts for entertainment
A. Conducting surveys to gather data on public opinion on a product.
How are hypotheses related to the results of a research study in general?
A. Hypotheses are used to summarize the results.
B. Hypotheses are constructed after the results are obtained.
C. Hypotheses are not relevant to the results.
D. The results either support or do not support the hypotheses.
D. The results either support or do not support the hypotheses.
Which is the best research question?
A. “What factors influence language learning in English classrooms?”
B. “What are the general principles of language acquisition?”
C. “Can anyone learn English quickly?”
D. “Why is English important in today’s globalized world?”
A. “What factors influence language learning in English classrooms?”
How does the funnel technique in user research suggest researchers should move when selecting research topics?
A. From narrow to broad.
B. From theoretical to practical.
C. From general to specific.
D. From complex to simple.
C. From general to specific.
What is the primary purpose of brainstorming as described in this course?
A. To generate and stimulate creative ideas.
B. To create a final, polished document.
C. To organize thoughts into a structured outline.
D. To narrow down ideas to a single focused topic.
A. To generate and stimulate creative ideas.
What is the role of the scribe in the brainstorming process?
A. To select the best ideas for further development.
B. To critique and evaluate ideas.
C. To write down and record the ideas suggested by the group.
D. To lead the group in generating ideas.
C. To write down and record the ideas suggested by the group.
Which research question demonstrates specificity and clarity, making it suitable for educational research?
A. “How can technology be integrated into the classroom to enhance learning?”
B. “What are the factors influencing students’ choice of college majors?”
C. “Should schools promote environmental awareness?”
D. “What is the history of educational institutions in the 19th century?”
B. “What are the factors influencing students’ choice of college majors?”
A language teaching researcher hypothesizes that using games in English language classes will improve students’ vocabulary range compared to traditional teaching methods.
After conducting a study, the researcher finds that students who participated in the games scored higher on vocabulary range tests than those in the traditional teaching group.
Do the findings from this study support or reject the initial hypothesis?
A. The findings reject the hypothesis.
B. The findings are inconclusive and do not relate to the hypothesis.
C. The findings support the hypothesis.
D. The findings indicate that games have no impact on vocabulary usage.
C. The findings support the hypothesis.
