Question 1

Explain why it is difficult for one study to develop and confirm theory about communication behavior.

Accepted Answer

There are several reasons why it is difficult for one study to develop and confirm a theory about communication behavior. Firstly, communication behavior is complex and multifaceted, involving a wide range of verbal and nonverbal cues, as well as cultural and contextual factors. This complexity makes it challenging to capture and analyze all the relevant variables in a single study.

Additionally, communication behavior is highly context-dependent, meaning that the same behavior may have different meanings and effects in different situations. This makes it difficult to generalize findings from one study to all communication contexts.

Furthermore, communication behavior is influenced by individual differences, such as personality, beliefs, and past experiences. These individual differences can lead to variability in communication behavior, making it difficult to establish universal principles or patterns.

Moreover, the field of communication is constantly evolving, with new technologies and platforms shaping the way we interact and communicate. This rapid evolution makes it challenging for a single study to capture the full scope of communication behavior.

Finally, the ethical and practical constraints of conducting research on human communication behavior can also pose challenges. For example, it may be difficult to observe and measure certain types of communication behavior in a controlled setting, or to obtain informed consent from participants.

In conclusion, the complexity, context-dependence, individual differences, rapid evolution, and practical constraints of studying communication behavior make it difficult for one study to develop and confirm a comprehensive theory. Instead, it requires a cumulative and interdisciplinary approach, drawing on multiple studies and perspectives to build a more robust understanding of communication behavior.

Question 2

The goal of library research is to determine if the answer to your question is available.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

The deductive research model moves from a known or assumed position to the particulars of a specific case.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

How would you characterize the difference between information found in academic journals and scholarly books with information found in popular media sources?

Accepted Answer

The difference between information found

Question 5

In reading academic journals or scholarly books, conclusions drawn by the authors are found in what section:

Accepted Answer

A)  the abstract. 
B)  the literature review. 
C)  the methods section. 
D)  the discussion section. 
E)  in any of these. 
A)  the abstract. 
B)  the literature review. 
C)  the methods section. 
D)  the discussion section. 
E)  in any of these.

Question 6

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish:
-Creates an explanation for the event or observation.

Accepted Answer

A)  Step 4 
B)  Step 5 
C)  Step 3 
D)  Step 7 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 6 
A)  Step 4 
B)  Step 5 
C)  Step 3 
D)  Step 7 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 6

Question 7

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish:
-Moves from the specific event or observation to a more generalized form.

Accepted Answer

A)  Step 5 
B)  Step 6 
C)  Step 4 
D)  Step 8 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 7 
A)  Step 5 
B)  Step 6 
C)  Step 4 
D)  Step 8 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 7

Question 8

Asking new questions is the step in the research process that both completes and re-starts the research cycle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish:
-Describes the event or observation that needs understanding.

Accepted Answer

A)  Step 3 
B)  Step 4 
C)  Step 2 
D)  Step 6 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 5 
A)  Step 3 
B)  Step 4 
C)  Step 2 
D)  Step 6 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 5

Question 10

Many websites or which the URL ends with .com are regarded as quality resources written by knowledgeable experts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Anytime you use the work of others, you must:

Accepted Answer

A)  provide a citation indicating in the text of your paper only the year of the work you are using. 
B)  provide a citation indicating in the text of your paper what idea you are using and whose idea it is. 
C)  decide whether or not to cite the author or to leave the citation out. 
D)  provide a citation in the bibliography or list of references only. 
A)  provide a citation indicating in the text of your paper only the year of the work you are using. 
B)  provide a citation indicating in the text of your paper what idea you are using and whose idea it is. 
C)  decide whether or not to cite the author or to leave the citation out. 
D)  provide a citation in the bibliography or list of references only.

Question 12

The list of references at the end of relevant articles or books is an appropriate place to find helpful resources for your research.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The discussion section of a research paper interprets, integrates, and critically analyzes the published literature relevant to your study.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Briefly describe the six steps of formal theory building.

Accepted Answer

The six steps of formal theory building

Question 15

Both the deductive and inductive research models begin with

Accepted Answer

A)  reviewing and building from existing theory. 
B)  collecting data. 
C)  identifying the research problem. 
D)  interpreting the findings. 
E)  none of the above. 
A)  reviewing and building from existing theory. 
B)  collecting data. 
C)  identifying the research problem. 
D)  interpreting the findings. 
E)  none of the above.

Question 16

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish:
-Develops predictions.

Accepted Answer

A)  Step 6 
B)  Step 7 
C)  Step 5 
D)  Step 9 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 8 
A)  Step 6 
B)  Step 7 
C)  Step 5 
D)  Step 9 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 8

Question 17

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish:
-Confirms, revises, expands, or abandons the tested proposition.

Accepted Answer

A)  Step 8 
B)  Step 9 
C)  Step 7 
D)  Step 11 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 10 
A)  Step 8 
B)  Step 9 
C)  Step 7 
D)  Step 11 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 10

Question 18

As you discover information in the library, it may be necessary to adjust or revise your initial question or topic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish:
-Develops test for the proposed theory.

Accepted Answer

A)  Step 7 
B)  Step 8 
C)  Step 6 
D)  Step 10 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 9 
A)  Step 7 
B)  Step 8 
C)  Step 6 
D)  Step 10 
E)  Step 1
F) Step 9

Question 20

For the topic, communication competence, describe the steps you would take to conduct a basic library search.

Accepted Answer

To conduct a basic library search on the

Explain why it is difficult for one study to develop and confirm theory about communication behavior.

The goal of library research is to determine if the answer to your question is available.

The deductive research model moves from a known or assumed position to the particulars of a specific case.

How would you characterize the difference between information found in academic journals and scholarly books with information found in popular media sources?

In reading academic journals or scholarly books, conclusions drawn by the authors are found in what section:

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Creates an explanation for the event or observation.

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Moves from the specific event or observation to a more generalized form.

Asking new questions is the step in the research process that both completes and re-starts the research cycle.

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Describes the event or observation that needs understanding.

Many websites or which the URL ends with .com are regarded as quality resources written by knowledgeable experts.

Anytime you use the work of others, you must:

The list of references at the end of relevant articles or books is an appropriate place to find helpful resources for your research.

The discussion section of a research paper interprets, integrates, and critically analyzes the published literature relevant to your study.

Briefly describe the six steps of formal theory building.

Both the deductive and inductive research models begin with

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Develops predictions.

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Confirms, revises, expands, or abandons the tested proposition.

As you discover information in the library, it may be necessary to adjust or revise your initial question or topic.

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Develops test for the proposed theory.

For the topic, communication competence, describe the steps you would take to conduct a basic library search.

Introduction to Communication Research

Research Ethics

Introduction to Quantitative Research

Measurement

Populations, Samples, and Sample Size

Quantitative Research Designs

Surveys and Questionnaires

Descriptive Statistics, Significance Levels, and Hypothesis Testing

Testing for Differences

Testing for Relationships

Quantitative Analysis of Text

Reading and Writing the Quantitative Research Report

Introduction to Qualitative Research

Designing Qualitative Research

Qualitative Methods of Data Collection

Analyzing Qualitative Data

Reading and Writing the Qualitative Research Report

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Exam 2: The Research Process: Getting Started

Explain why it is difficult for one study to develop and confirm theory about communication behavior.

The goal of library research is to determine if the answer to your question is available.

The deductive research model moves from a known or assumed position to the particulars of a specific case.

How would you characterize the difference between information found in academic journals and scholarly books with information found in popular media sources?

In reading academic journals or scholarly books, conclusions drawn by the authors are found in what section:

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Creates an explanation for the event or observation.

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Moves from the specific event or observation to a more generalized form.

Asking new questions is the step in the research process that both completes and re-starts the research cycle.

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Describes the event or observation that needs understanding.

Many websites or which the URL ends with .com are regarded as quality resources written by knowledgeable experts.

Anytime you use the work of others, you must:

The list of references at the end of relevant articles or books is an appropriate place to find helpful resources for your research.

The discussion section of a research paper interprets, integrates, and critically analyzes the published literature relevant to your study.

Briefly describe the six steps of formal theory building.

Both the deductive and inductive research models begin with

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Develops predictions.

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Confirms, revises, expands, or abandons the tested proposition.

As you discover information in the library, it may be necessary to adjust or revise your initial question or topic.

Put the following descriptions of the steps of theory building in order from start to finish: -Develops test for the proposed theory.

For the topic, communication competence, describe the steps you would take to conduct a basic library search.

Introduction to Communication Research

Research Ethics

Introduction to Quantitative Research

Measurement

Populations, Samples, and Sample Size

Quantitative Research Designs

Surveys and Questionnaires

Descriptive Statistics, Significance Levels, and Hypothesis Testing

Testing for Differences

Testing for Relationships

Quantitative Analysis of Text

Reading and Writing the Quantitative Research Report

Introduction to Qualitative Research

Designing Qualitative Research

Qualitative Methods of Data Collection

Analyzing Qualitative Data

Reading and Writing the Qualitative Research Report

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