Science and Research in Kinesiology II Flashcards
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What are the Nine Dimensions of Research?
- Topic
- Methodology
- Novelty
- Ideology
- Technology
- Politics
- Scope
- Utility
- Mode
What does technology refer to?
Development or novel investigation of…
- A measuring device (accelerometer, HR monitor
- A psychometric instrument (questionnaire or inventory)
- A protocol for a physical performancetest
- A diagnostic test (rapid antigen test, covid test)
- A method of analysis
What is Scope?
Refers to Sample Size
Focus on single case or large sample
Differentiate b/w Single Case and Large Sample
Single case:
- intrinsic / instrumental understanding of a particular instance
Large sample:
- understanding of “what generally happens”
The one you choose depends on the research question
What are the Pros and Cons of a Small Sample Size?
Pros:
- cost-effective
- useful for research on rare population (rare disease)
- Quicker, time effective
- Better for Qualitative studies
Cons
- Higher Variability
- Higher chance of making an error in the conclusion
- Might not represent a large population
Research Dimensions: Mode of Inquiry
What is the goal of a Observational Study?
(aka Non experimental study)
Goal = gather data or information about the world as it is
- ex. how active an animal is / change in human diet over time
Not always a control group
Observational Study
What is the Hawthorn Effect?
Individuals changing habits when they know they are being observed
Hope the act ofstudying does not substantially modify the thing you are investigating
Research Dimensions: Mode of Inquiry
What is an Experimental Study
(aka Intervention Study)
You do something to the world and see what happens
- goal is to figure out the cause and effect of something
You gather data or information almost always before and after the intervention, then look for changes
Research Dimensions
What are the 3 Methodologies for a Study?
Research Dimensions: Methodology
What is involved in a Quantitative Study?
- Data collection with instrument
- Test hypothesis or relationships among variables/constructs
- Address validity, reliability and measurement issues
Research Dimensions: Methodology
What is involved in a Qualitative Study?
- Data collection with researcher-as-instrument
- No variables being measured
- Thematically analyze data (inductively and/or deductively)
- Inductive Reasoning: Bottom Up
- Deductive Reasoning: Top Down
- Address credibility, trustworthiness, etc
Who creates data in a qualitative study?
There is a co-creation of data b/w the researcher and participant
Research Dimensions
What is Ideology?
- a.ka., paradigm or philosophy
- The way you “see” the world, the “lens”through which you view research
- Dictates what “counts” as “facts” or“reality”
Research Dimensions
What is Politics?
- Many researchers say they are “neutral” or “objective”
- Some researchers adopt a partisan approach
- Critical approach
- Action research
Research Dimensions: Utility
What is Basic Research?
- Understand the cause or mechanism of a phenomenon
- Typically lab-based
- Careful control over research environment
- Establish a Proof pf Concept
Research Dimensions: Utility
What is Applied Research?
- Understand and change/impact health, behaviouretc.
- Typically field-based
- Limited control over research environment
What comes first?
Your research is driven by your RESEARCH QUESTION (RQ)
Your RQ will help you decide your:
Topic,Novelty, Technology, Scope, Mode, Methodology, Ideology, Politics, Utility
