Research Methodology - Sec 1

What is a good way to formulate a research question?

• A good way to formulate a research question is to identify a specific topic, narrow it down, and ensure it is clear, focused, and researchable.

• Formulate a question that cannot be researched

• Choose a broad topic without focus

• Use vague language to allow for flexibility

What are the main parts of a research study?

• Data Collection, Findings, Review

• Abstract, Hypothesis, Analysis

• Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion

• Background, Implications, Summary

How can you effectively define your research problem?

• Focus solely on data collection

• Identify a broad area, review literature, find gaps, formulate specific research questions.

• Ignore previous research

• Choose a random topic

What steps can you take to identify your research topic?

• Choose a random topic

• Select a topic based on popularity

• Explore interests, conduct literature review, discuss with peers, narrow focus, ensure feasibility.

• Ignore existing research

What is the difference between a hypothesis and a research question?

• A hypothesis is a broad topic; a research question is a specific theory.

• A hypothesis is a statement of fact; a research question is a summary of findings.

• A hypothesis is a question that needs to be answered; a research question is a prediction.

• A hypothesis is a testable prediction; a research question is an inquiry guiding the study.

How can you determine if your research topic is feasible?

• Select a topic without considering resources

• Focus solely on personal interest

• Evaluate resources, time, data access, and topic scope.

• Choose a topic based on popularity

What key elements should be included in the introduction section of a research paper?

• Abstract, conclusion, references, and acknowledgments

• Literature review, methodology, results, and discussion

• Key elements include context, research problem, significance, and objectives.

• Data collection, analysis, findings, and limitations

How can you identify gaps in existing research?

• Focus only on outdated studies without considering recent findings.

• Rely solely on personal opinions to assess research gaps.

• Conduct a literature review and analyze recent studies to find unanswered questions.

• Ignore the existing literature and propose new theories without evidence.

What criteria should you consider when formulating research questions?

• Ambiguity in wording

• Lack of relevance to the field

• Overly broad and vague questions

• Criteria to consider include clarity, relevance, feasibility, specificity, and potential contribution.

How does the literature review contribute to understanding your research problem?

• It provides a summary of the research findings.

• It eliminates the need for a research design.

• It focuses solely on the methodology used in previous studies.

• The literature review helps to contextualize the research problem, identify gaps in existing knowledge, and inform the research design.