RCE2601 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2026 - DUE 4 May 2026

RCE2601 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2026 - DUE 4 May 2026 .... QUESTION 1 1.1. Define research in your own words. (5) 1.2. List and briefly explain any two characteristics of good research. (5) 1.3. Differentiate between qualitative and quantitative research. (6) 1.4. State three sources from which research problems may emerge. (6) 1.5. Explain four qualities of a good research question. (8) [30] QUESTION 2 2.1. What is critical thinking? (5) 2.2. Identify and explain two components of critical thinking. (6) 2.3. Explain the difference between deductive and inductive reasoning. (6) 2.4. Provide one example of a logical fallacy and explain it. (5) 2.5. Explain why critical thinking is important for teachers. (8) [30] QUESTION 3 3.1. Define validity in research. (3) 3.2. Explain what is meant by a research design. (5) 3.3. Identify two differences between descriptive and experimental research. (8) 3.4. Discuss how teachers can develop their critical thinking skills. (8) 3.5. State two reasons why research must be ethical. (5) 3.6. A teacher says, “This teaching strategy worked in my class once, so it will work everywhere.” Identify the fallacy and explain why it is incorrect. (8) 3.7. List FOUR features of a good research question. (3)