Research Terms/Technical & Operational Definition

What is a research methodology?

• A plan for collecting and analyzing data.
• A set of guidelines for writing a research paper.
• A list of research questions or hypotheses.
• A summary of the literature review.

What is a research hypothesis?

• A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.
• A statement of the research problem.
• A summary of the research findings.
• A list of references used in the study.

What is a research variable?

• A factor that is measured or manipulated in a research study.
• A specific goal that the researcher aims to achieve in the study.
• A broad question that the researcher seeks to answer in the study.
• A statement of the research problem.

Which section of a research paper provides a concise summary of the entire study?

• Introduction
• Literature Review
• Results
• Abstract

What is the role of a literature review in research?

• To provide a summary of the researcher's own findings.
• To identify gaps in existing knowledge and justify the need for the study.
• To present the research methodology used in the study.
• To analyze and interpret the data collected in the study.

What is the purpose of data analysis in research?

• To collect and organize raw data.
• To interpret and draw conclusions from the collected data.
• To formulate a research question or hypothesis.
• To design the research methodology.

What is a research design?

• A plan for collecting and analyzing data.
• A summary of the research findings.
• A list of references used in the study.
• A statement of the research problem.

What is the purpose of a research proposal?

• To present the results of a completed research study.
• To outline the plan for a research project and seek funding or approval.
• To summarize the literature review for a research project.
• To analyze the data collected in a research project.

What is a research ethics board (REB)?

• A group of researchers who review and approve research proposals.
• A group of individuals who ensure that research is conducted ethically and safely.
• A group of experts who provide guidance on data analysis.
• A group of publishers who review and accept research articles for publication.

What is the purpose of a conclusion in a research paper?

• To present the research methodology used in the study.
• To summarize the key findings of the study and discuss their implications.
• To introduce the research topic and state the research question.
• To provide a detailed analysis of the data collected in the study.