Research Process
What is the first step in the research process?
Identifying or defining the research problem
What type of research deals with numbers and statistics?
Quantitative research.
What is the main purpose of conducting research?
To gain new knowledge or understanding.
Why is research important to society?
It helps solve problems and improve quality of life.
What is one key principle of effective research?
Objectivity or honesty.
What step comes after reviewing existing literature?
Formulating a hypothesis or research question.
What type of research focuses on opinions, behaviors, and meanings?
Qualitative research.
What type of research aims to describe characteristics or phenomena?
Descriptive Research
Why is research important in education?
It promotes evidence-based learning and teaching.
What principle ensures that research can be repeated and verified by others?
Reliability.
What does “data collection” involve?
Gathering information using methods such as surveys, interviews, or observations.
What type of research combines both quantitative and qualitative methods?
Mixed-method research.
What type of research seeks to test a theory or hypothesis?
Explanatory Research
Name one major challenge researchers face.
Limited resources, time constraints, or participant bias.
What principle means that research accurately measures what it intends to measure?
Validity
What is the purpose of the analysis stage in research?
To examine and interpret data to draw conclusions.
What type of research is done to solve a specific, practical problem?
Applied research.
What is the purpose of evaluative research?
To assess the effectiveness of a program or policy.
How can ethical issues be a challenge in research?
Researchers must ensure honesty, consent, and confidentiality.
Why is ethical conduct important in research?
It protects participants and maintains credibility.
What is the final step in the research process where findings are shared?
Writing and presenting the research report.
What type of research explores a topic where little information exists?
Exploratory research.
How does research help in academic or professional growth?
It develops critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Why is bias a serious problem in research?
It can distort findings and reduce validity.
What principle ensures that conclusions are supported by evidence, not opinion?
Logical reasoning or evidence-based conclusion.