Research Process Flashcards
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Theory
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This is when the researcher typically studies all previous theories of their selected subject which then results in them being able to make a particular hypothesis.
2
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Hypothesis
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This is when the researcher narrows down their overall ideas into a small number of predicaments and statements which they then try prove by conducting research.
- Not a statement or a goal, it is a statement that is either proven or disproven
3
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Operationalisation
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When the researcher depicts how they are going to physically carry out the research, includes 4 sub-stages:
- defining concepts
- choosing a sample
- choosing a method
- deciding on specific measurements
4
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Presentation of results
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After research is finalised, researcher gather and examine the research findings and come to a conclusion on whether they have proven or disproven their earlier hypothesis.
