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A research study lead to the following finding , "Students in the treatment condition
indicated significantly better achievement on the recognition assessment than those
in the control condition." What type of research was likely conducted?
Experimental
Action research is used to
find and solve problems
After reviewing the literature the qualitative researcher will select participants. The
participants in a qualitative study differ from those in a quantitative study in that
the participants are purposefully selected.
Basic researchers collect data primarily to
develop theories
Correlational research is concerned with
, examining relationships among variables.
Developing generalizations from a limited number of related observations or
experiences is referred to as
inductive reasoning.
Experimental research differs from causal-comparative research in that
experimental research controls the selection of participants from a single pool and
divides them into groups while causal-comparative research does not.
Jackie is conducting a study at the local skate park on youth's use of slang language.
She is unsure if she needs to submit her research to the IRB and asks for your opinion.
How would you respond?
She needs IRB permission because of personal privacy.
Kyle, age 10, heard about a great research study and wants to participate. His parents
do not wish him to participate and have not signed a consent form. Can Kyle
participate?
No, Kyle can not participate unless his parents consent.
The first step of the scientific method is to