Research Fundamentals (HSC SSCE Community and Family Studies): Flashcards
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What is a research focus in Community Studies?
What is a research focus in Community Studies?
A specific topic that fills a gap in existing knowledge.
Define a research question.
Define a research question.
A clear question investigating gaps in existing research.
What is a hypothesis?
What is a hypothesis?
A proposed explanation predicting relationships between variables.
Why is choosing a research focus important?
Why is choosing a research focus important?
It sets the stage for a successful research project.
What are the steps to define research focus?
What are the steps to define research focus?
Start broad, narrow down, check resources, fill gaps.
What criteria make a strong research question?
What criteria make a strong research question?
Clarity, focus, complexity, and arguability.
How does a hypothesis guide research?
How does a hypothesis guide research?
It predicts results and shapes study design.
What does PICOT stand for?
What does PICOT stand for?
Population, Issue, Comparison, Outcome, Time.
Give an example of a research scenario using PICOT.
Give an example of a research scenario using PICOT.
Studying teen obesity with nutritional strategies.
What is the purpose of hypothesis testing?
What is the purpose of hypothesis testing?
To check research credibility and add to knowledge.