Gamification

What is the primary significance of scientific theories?

• They offer practical solutions to everyday problems.

• They provide extensive evidence for measuring concepts and relational statements.

• They are used solely for historical analysis.

• They eliminate the need for further research. e. They serve as personal opinions of scientists.

How is the relationship between research and theory best described?

• They are independent and separate from each other.

• Research relies on practice rather than theory.

• They are interdependent and inseparable.

• Theory is irrelevant to scientific research.

What characterizes the nature of scientific theory?

• It is static and unchanging.

• It is formulated based on personal opinions.

• It is systematically and rigorously tested and may change with new knowledge.

• It disregards any opposing evidence

Which of the following terms is NOT used interchangeably to describe a concept in theory?

• Conceptual framework

• Paradigm

• Empirical evidence

• Conceptual model

What is the highest level of abstraction in the classification of theories?

• Micro-theory

• Meta-theory

• Middle-range theory

• Grand theory

Which paradigm emphasizes the importance of observable facts?

• Critical theory

• Interpretivism

• Constructivism

• Positivism

What is the first phase of the research process?

 

•    The conceptual phase

    

• The empirical phase

• The interpretive phase

• The implementation phase

What is the main element of the empirical phase?

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   Research problem

    

• Empirical evidence

    

• Research design

• Literature review

What is the first step in the conceptual phase?

• Select the research method

    

• Conduct a pilot study

• Identify the problem or research question

• Collect the data

Which step is involved in the empirical phase?

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   Interpret the results

    

• Communicate the research findings

• Review related literature

• Conduct a pilot study