Lecture Glossary
This glossary provides key terms and concepts introduced in the "Introduction to Research" lecture. It is designed to support your understanding of fundamental ideas in research methodology.
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Context-DependenceThe limitation where findings are tied to specific cultural, historical, or situational factors. | |
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Educational ResearchA systematic inquiry into educational phenomena (e.g., teaching, learning, policies) to improve practices and generate knowledge. | |
EmpiricismThe principle that knowledge is derived from observable, sensory evidence rather than speculation. | |
Ethical IntegrityAdherence to moral standards in research, protecting participants and ensuring honesty. | |
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FalsifiabilityThe requirement that a hypothesis or theory can be tested and potentially proven false. | |
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GeneralizabilityThe extent to which research findings can be applied to broader populations or contexts beyond the study. | |
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ObjectivityThe effort to minimise personal bias and base conclusions on evidence rather than subjective opinion. | |
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ReactivityThe alteration of participant behaviour due to awareness of being studied. | |
ReplicabilityThe ability of a study to be repeated by others with consistent results, ensuring reliability. | |
ResearchA systematic investigation to establish facts, solve problems, or develop new conclusions using evidence. | |