Lecture Glossary
This glossary provides key terms related to the lecture on "Research Questions, Aims, and Significance." Understanding these foundational concepts is crucial for designing a clear, focused, and meaningful research study.
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Comparative Research QuestionA question that examines differences or similarities between two or more groups, conditions, or variables. | |
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Descriptive Research Question/ObjectiveA question or aim focused on observing and documenting characteristics or phenomena as they exist. | |
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Evaluative Research Question/ObjectiveA question or aim that assesses the effectiveness, value, or impact of an intervention or program. | |
Explanatory Research Question/ObjectiveA question or aim that explores cause-and-effect relationships to understand why or how something occurs. | |
Exploratory Research Question/ObjectiveA question or aim that investigates poorly understood areas to generate insights or hypotheses. | |
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Feasibility (in Questions/Objectives)The practicality of answering a question or achieving an objective within available resources and time. | |
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Interpretive Research QuestionA question that seeks to understand meanings, experiences, or perspectives from participants’ viewpoints. | |
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Predictive Research Question/ObjectiveA question or aim that forecasts outcomes or trends based on current data or patterns. | |
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Research Objective (Aim)A specific, measurable statement of what a study intends to achieve, derived from the research problem and questions. | |
Research QuestionA precise, actionable inquiry that specifies what a study seeks to explore or answer, refining the research problem. | |