Research Methods
This action involves exploring and gathering information on a topic to learn more about it.
to investigate
This type of information is not fair or objective and can be misleading.
biased information
This tool on a computer helps you find and identify suitable information.
a search engine
This is the term for the ruling body of a country or state that can provide resources and information.
the government
This type of research involves collecting new data that hasn't been gathered before.
primary research
These are used to analyze and make sense of the information collected during research.
statistics and data
This is a set of written questions used to collect information from a number of people.
a questionnaire
These are organizations that focus on social causes rather than making a profit.
non-profit organizations
This method asks people questions to find out their opinions or behavior.
a survey
This is a report or account that presents information or findings in a structured format.
a statement
This lists all the sources used in a research project.
a reference list
This term refers to the group of people targeted for a research study or presentation.
an audience
This is a specific question that guides what you want to find out in a study.
a research question
These are the primary and secondary origins of knowledge used in research.
sources of information
This is another term for a document that includes all the references and sources used.
a list of sources
This tool helps users find relevant information on the internet.
a search engine
This type of question tricks someone into answering in a particular way.
a leading question
This consists of a series of statements containing reasons and evidence supporting a claim about a global issue.
an argument
This type of organization is focused on teaching and learning.
an educational institution
This type of information is often found in materials that do not present an objective view.
biased information