Basics of knowledge
What is knowledge?
Set of information, ideas and abilities to understand, interpret and act.
What is technology?
Result of application of science and technique
Definition of quantitative and qualitative approach
Quantitative: analysis and interpretation of numerical data, statistics and indicators.
Qualitative: understanding the meaning and subjective experiences of participants
Name of the section when you need to formulate 1 general and 2 specifics
Objectives
Hypothesis
Gnoseology analyzes the human knowledge itself. True or false?
True
Mention the 6 steps of scientific method
Observation, research question, hypothesis, experimentation, data analysis and conclusions.
Definition of deductive and inductive method
Deductive: previous general theory to generate specific and testable hypotheses
Inductive: collection of specific observed cases to generate a general theory
Section that presents the theories, concepts and previous studies or models related to your topic.
Theoretical framework
Define dependent and independent variable
Independent: are manipulated or changed to observe their effect on other variables (causes).
Dependent: are measured or observed by the effect of independent (effects).
What are the names of the 2 main conceptions about the origin of knowledge?
Empiricism and rationalism
What are the 4 types of logical principles?
Non-contradiction, identity, excluded middle and sufficient reason.
Which are the 2 types of research instruments in a general way?
Questionnaires and measurement scales
Section that refers to the presentation and explanation of the reasons and motives for which it is considered important and necessary to carry out the study
Justification or rationale
What are the 3 measures of central tendency?
Mean, median and mode.
"Attack to the person" is when you discredit instead of argue. True or false?
True
Period in which this inventions appeared: theory of blood circulation, faith and reason philosophy, printing press, university.
Middle ages
Mention at least 2 types of techniques for using your research instrument.
Observation, interview, questionnaire, survey, experimentation, document analysis, case study, focus group.
Points to consider when selecting a title for a research project
Main theme and purpose, poblation, place, period.
What are the 2 divisions of non-experimental methods?
Cross-sectional and longitudinal
Who is known for this aphorism: "I think, therefore I am"?
Rene Descartes
What is the difference between law and theory?
Theory: detailed explanation, result of a process, explains why.
Law: patterns repeatedly, check theories consistency, explains what and how.
What are the other 4 types of reasearch in which a project can be done (study design)?
By purpose, scope, manipulation of variables and source of data.
What do you need for formulating a research question (3 steps)?
Identify the topic, select a specific problem and establish the questions.
What type of instruments and techniques would you use for experimental research?
Questionnaires, physiological measurement, outcome measurement, observational records, imaging techniques.