Exam 1: Why Do Research

In practical application the seven-step research process requires that one must finish one step before undertaking the next step.

Why would it be important to inform others at the end of the research cycle?

Strong,solid evidence is directly correlated with quantitative research and has nothing to do with qualitative research.

Basic research addresses a specific concern or offers solutions to a problem that has been identified by an employer,club,or some other organization or movement.

Which is more important,the type of data collected or whether the data are trustworthy? Why?

Research is an ongoing process,building on___________.

Explanatory research

______________________should be collected carefully and systematically according to generally accepted rules or standards.

Discuss Basic Research vs.Applied research - differences and similarities.

A study that is developed to determine whether a new immigration law is effective is considered what type of study?

Research that utilizes previously collected data organized in a different way to address a question is considered what type of data collection technique?

In 2-3 sentences describe the reasoning for critical thinking.

Applied science researchers often use the results in decision making.

What was the purpose of including the D.A.R.E.example in the textbook? Are there lessons to be learned from the example?

Which of the following definitions DOES NOT fit the word ȈresearchȈ?

Experimental research is most closely associated with___________data collection techniques.

Two different types of research (e.g.descriptive and exploratory)can often blend together in practice.

Exploratory research is typically conducted___________in the learning process.

The research process is finite - requiring no additional studies or results.

Exploratory research focuses on who and how questions.