Research
It is a systematic and scientific process used to answer questions about facts and relationships.
Research
A formal definition that explains exactly what something is, usually based on a dictionary or specialized source.
Technical Definition
It is one of the criteria in writing a definition that meaning should use clear and correct words.
Correct word usage / terminology
It is a definition that is detailed, elaborate, and thorough because it gives extra information to fully explain a word or idea.
Expanded Definition
The term being defined in a formal definition.
Species
This part of the research paper summarizes all sections and helps readers decide whether to read the full study.
Abstract
A practical definition that explains how a term is used or measured in real life.
Operational Definition
It is one of the criteria in writing a definition that meaning must be a complete sentence with a subject and a verb.
Grammatical completeness
It is one of the ways of expanding a definition that provides specific examples, instances, types, or characteristics
Expanding by Giving an Example
The class or group to which the term belongs.
Genus
It includes the steps of procedure, application of techniques, systems of reasoning, and modes of inquiry.
Methodology
This type of definition explains how a concept is applied or observed in actual situations.
Operational Definition
It is one of the criteria in writing a definition that a meaning should sound formal and not casual.
Academic tone / formal style
It is one of the ways of expanding a definition that shows similarities or differences from related concepts.
By Comparing and Contrasting
The characteristics that make the term different from others in the same class.
Differentia
What are the three purposes of research? (Give at least 2)
- To inform action
- To prove a theory
- To contribute to developing knowledge in a field or study
Which of the following is an example of an operational definition?
I. An automobile is a motorized vehicle consisting of four wheels and powered by an internal combustion engine.
II. An automobile is a car or truck that carries passengers or cargoes from place to place.
II, because it shows how the automobile is being used for carrying.
It is one of the criteria in writing a definition that a meaning should clearly explain what it is and how it happens.
Logical clarity / readability
It is one of the ways of expanding a definition that explains how the concept works or develops.
By Describing a Process
What part of a formal definition do the underlined words represent?
The teacher is a professional educator who teaches students.
Genus
You want to read what other researchers have already written about your topic so you can understand what is known and what still needs to be studied.
Which part of research is this?
Literature Review - provide a review of what others have written or researched on the topic.
Give the technical and operational definition of a word 'computer.'
Possible Answers:
Technical - A computer is an electronic device that processes data and performs calculations according to programmed instructions.
Operational - A computer is any device used to type documents, browse the internet, or run software for work or study purposes.
In this statement, "A flood happens when rain causes water to rise." What criterion is used and applied?
Grammatical completeness
A student explains “photosynthesis” by describing step-by-step how plants absorb sunlight, take in carbon dioxide, and produce glucose. What method of expanded definition is being used?
Expanding by Describing a Process
In the statement,
"A scientific instrument that magnifies small objects to make them visible to the human eye is a microscope."
Which one is species, genus, and differentia?
Species - a microscope
Genus - A scientific instrument
Differentia - that magnifies small objects to make them visible to the human eye