Question 1

List the steps to scientific research. Give an example in educational research illustrating each step.

Accepted Answer

(1) identify the problem, (2) define the problem operationally, (3) develop hypotheses or research question, (4) identify and develop the research design (procedures), (5) develop and/or identify techniques or instruments that can be used to gain knowledge about the identified problem, (6) collect data, (7) analyze the data collected and (8) generate conclusion about the data.

Question 2

Research advances knowledge in the field of psychology and often guides clinical practice; therefore, most psychologists conduct research after graduate school.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Best and Kahn (2003) defined science as ______.

Accepted Answer

an approach to the gathering of knowledge rather than a field of subject matter

Question 4

Salkind (2006) argues that ______ is one of the key elements in conducting quality research.

Accepted Answer

A)  subjectivity 
B)  political ideology 
C)  objectivity 
D)  relevance 
A)  subjectivity 
B)  political ideology 
C)  objectivity 
D)  relevance

Question 5

Your text identified two sources' of knowledge; discuss each.

Accepted Answer

experience

Question 6

Most recently, counseling and psychology influenced by medicine has introduced the use of ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  managed care practices 
B)  solution-focused practices 
C)  evidenced-based practices 
D)  practice-based evidence 
A)  managed care practices 
B)  solution-focused practices 
C)  evidenced-based practices 
D)  practice-based evidence

Question 7

The basic concept of the Scientist-Practitioner model is that those practicing the professions of psychology and counseling would split their time and focus ______ between research and practice.

Accepted Answer

A)  20/80 
B)  60/40 
C)  50/50 
D)  30/70 
A)  20/80 
B)  60/40 
C)  50/50 
D)  30/70

Question 8

Knowledge with a focus on identified outcomes is referred to as ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  predictive 
B)  improvement 
C)  descriptive 
D)  explanatory 
A)  predictive 
B)  improvement 
C)  descriptive 
D)  explanatory

Question 9

Babbie (2001) argues that there are ______ types of errors that occur in research inquiry.

Accepted Answer

A)  six 
B)  nine 
C)  seven 
D)  four 
A)  six 
B)  nine 
C)  seven 
D)  four

Question 10

Salkind (2006) suggested that there are a number of elements of quality research; they are ______.

Accepted Answer

(1) can be replicated, (2) is

Question 11

In counseling and psychology, there has been a relatively long tradition of graduate-level training from a Practitioner-Science orientation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Discuss the relevance of using and applying skills in evaluating research.

Accepted Answer

Students must include in their response

Question 13

The advent of the telephone, electricity, and computers are examples of how science has changed and improved our lives.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Knowledge with a focus on assessment is referred to as ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  predictive 
B)  improvement 
C)  descriptive 
D)  explanatory 
A)  predictive 
B)  improvement 
C)  descriptive 
D)  explanatory

Question 15

The Scientist-Practitioner model of research requires prioritizing the relevance and importance of research in ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  practice 
B)  research 
C)  interests 
D)  both practice and research 
A)  practice 
B)  research 
C)  interests 
D)  both practice and research

Question 16

Obtaining information on the Internet outside of professional journals can be dangerous for all of the following reasons, EXCEPT ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  lack of systematic evaluation 
B)  varying accuracy 
C)  possible credibility issues 
D)  author of Internet content can be found directly 
A)  lack of systematic evaluation 
B)  varying accuracy 
C)  possible credibility issues 
D)  author of Internet content can be found directly

Question 17

Discuss the concept of Practitioner-Scientist.

Accepted Answer

A professional splitting his o

Question 18

Rick Houser argues the realities of how many master's-level-trained counselors tend to emphasize a ______ first approach when utilizing research.

Accepted Answer

A)  science 
B)  practice 
C)  reality 
D)  objective 
A)  science 
B)  practice 
C)  reality 
D)  objective

Question 19

Science and scientific advances have never been purported to be critical in promoting the well-being of individuals and in societal functioning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Accepting the results of a scientific study without ______the methods is analogous to buying something without ever test-driving it.

Accepted Answer

systematic

Exam 1: Science and the Research Process

List the steps to scientific research. Give an example in educational research illustrating each step.

Research advances knowledge in the field of psychology and often guides clinical practice; therefore, most psychologists conduct research after graduate school.

Best and Kahn (2003) defined science as ______.

Salkind (2006) argues that ______ is one of the key elements in conducting quality research.

Your text identified two sources' of knowledge; discuss each.

Most recently, counseling and psychology influenced by medicine has introduced the use of ______.

The basic concept of the Scientist-Practitioner model is that those practicing the professions of psychology and counseling would split their time and focus ______ between research and practice.

Knowledge with a focus on identified outcomes is referred to as ______.

Babbie (2001) argues that there are ______ types of errors that occur in research inquiry.

Salkind (2006) suggested that there are a number of elements of quality research; they are ______.

In counseling and psychology, there has been a relatively long tradition of graduate-level training from a Practitioner-Science orientation.

Discuss the relevance of using and applying skills in evaluating research.

The advent of the telephone, electricity, and computers are examples of how science has changed and improved our lives.

Knowledge with a focus on assessment is referred to as ______.

The Scientist-Practitioner model of research requires prioritizing the relevance and importance of research in ______.

Obtaining information on the Internet outside of professional journals can be dangerous for all of the following reasons, EXCEPT ______.

Discuss the concept of Practitioner-Scientist.

Rick Houser argues the realities of how many master's-level-trained counselors tend to emphasize a ______ first approach when utilizing research.

Science and scientific advances have never been purported to be critical in promoting the well-being of individuals and in societal functioning.

Accepting the results of a scientific study without ______the methods is analogous to buying something without ever test-driving it.

Ethics and Research

Quantitative Research Designs

Qualitative Research Methods

Mixed Methods Research

Single-Case or Single-Subject Research

Basics of Statistical Methods

Basics of Qualitative Research Data Analysis

Evaluating the Literature Review

Evaluating the Purpose Statement and Hypotheses

Evaluating the Methods Sectionsampling Methods

Evaluating the Methods Sectioninstruments

Evaluating the Methods Sectionprocedures

Evaluating the Results Section

Evaluating the Discussion Section

Evidence-Based Research and Application

Conducting Research: Cultural Issues

Developing a Research Proposal and Conducting Research in Practice

Development and Application of Program Evaluation Research

Advances in Technology and Research

Current and Future Issues in Counseling and Educational Research

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