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Educational Research: Competencies for Analysis and Applications, 12th edition
by Geoffrey E. Mills, L. Gay
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PART I: FOUNDATIONAL CONCEPTS AND PROCESSES
Introduction to Educational Research
Ethics in Educational Research
Selecting and Defining a Research Problem
Reviewing the Literature
Preparing and Evaluating a Research Plan
Selecting a Sample
Selecting Measuring Instruments
PART II: RESEARCH DESIGNS
Survey Research
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Correlational Research
Causal-Comparative Research
Experimental Research
Single-Subject Experimental Research
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Narrative Research
Ethnographic Research
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Case Study Research
Mixed Methods Research: Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Methods
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Action Research
PART III: WORKING WITH QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DATA
Descriptive Statistics
Inferential Statistics
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Qualitative Data Collection
Qualitative Research Data Analysis and Interpretation
PART IV: REPORTING AND CRITIQUING RESEARCH
Preparing a Research Report
Evaluating a Research Report
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Test Bank for Educational Research: Competencies for Analysis and Applications 12th Edition
Chapter 1 Test Items
1. Of the following, which is a type of qualitative research?
a. Correlational
b. Causal-comparative
c. Ethnographic All Chapters Included
d. Experimental
2. Of the following, which is a type of qualitative research?
All Answers Included
a. Experimental
b. Survey
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c. Prediction
d. Case study
3. 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
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a. the number of participants are usually larger in qualitative studies.
b. the participants are purposefully selected.
c. the participants provide no personally identifiable information.
d. the time commitment for participants is generally shorter.
D
4. The first step of the scientific method is to
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a. recognize and define a problem.
b. describe and execute research procedures.
c. analyze the collected data.
d. formulate hypotheses.
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5. Developing generalizations from a limited number of related observations or experiences is
referred to as
a. deductive reasoning.
b. inductive reasoning.
c. scientific method.
d. reliance on tradition.
6. Which of the following is indicative of most survey research?
a. This method relies on controlling independent variables.
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b. This method relies on internal and external criticism.
c. This method relies on tests and questionnaires.
d. This method relies on interviews and observations.
7. Narrative is a method employed by
a. quantitative researchers.
b. qualitative researchers.
c. experimental researchers.
d. empirical researchers.
8. One difference between qualitative and quantitative research is that
a. quantitative researchers develop deep relationships with their participants.
b. qualitative researchers rely on objective analysis of the data.
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c. qualitative researchers manipulate the research context.
d. quantitative researchers state hypothesis prior to beginning the study.
9. Case Study is a method employed by
a. quantitative researchers.
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b. qualitative researchers.
c. experimental researchers.
d. empirical researchers.
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10. Which of the following is an example of a causal-comparative question?
a. Are there gender differences in the effectiveness of computer-based simulations?
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b. Is there a relationship between computer-based simulation training and attitudes about
computers?
c. What happens in a typical science lesson that includes computer-based simulations?
d. What are the reasons a school would include computer-based simulations in their
instructional materials?
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11. Which of the following is an example of a correlational study?
a. What are the attitudes of the parents about our districts new homework policy?
b. Is there a relationship between student achievement and homework completion?
c. Are there differences in parent attitudes about homework between mothers and fathers?
d. How much homework does the average fifth grade teacher in our district assign?
12. Karen is a school principal. She has been collecting data all year regarding the benefits and
costs of an after-school community service program. She thinks the program is effective but
must make a decision about whether or not the outcomes of the program for the children
justify the cost. She collects data from the students, parents, and those that have benefited
from the program to assist in making her decision. Karen is engaging in which type of
research?
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Educational Research: Competencies for Analysis and Applications, 12th edition
by Geoffrey E. Mills, L. Gay
ST
U
D
YL
AB
, Table Content
PART I: FOUNDATIONAL CONCEPTS AND PROCESSES
Introduction to Educational Research
Ethics in Educational Research
Selecting and Defining a Research Problem
Reviewing the Literature
Preparing and Evaluating a Research Plan
Selecting a Sample
Selecting Measuring Instruments
PART II: RESEARCH DESIGNS
Survey Research
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Correlational Research
Causal-Comparative Research
Experimental Research
Single-Subject Experimental Research
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Narrative Research
Ethnographic Research
D
Case Study Research
Mixed Methods Research: Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Methods
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Action Research
PART III: WORKING WITH QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DATA
Descriptive Statistics
Inferential Statistics
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Qualitative Data Collection
Qualitative Research Data Analysis and Interpretation
PART IV: REPORTING AND CRITIQUING RESEARCH
Preparing a Research Report
Evaluating a Research Report
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Test Bank for Educational Research: Competencies for Analysis and Applications 12th Edition
Chapter 1 Test Items
1. Of the following, which is a type of qualitative research?
a. Correlational
b. Causal-comparative
c. Ethnographic All Chapters Included
d. Experimental
2. Of the following, which is a type of qualitative research?
All Answers Included
a. Experimental
b. Survey
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c. Prediction
d. Case study
3. 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
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a. the number of participants are usually larger in qualitative studies.
b. the participants are purposefully selected.
c. the participants provide no personally identifiable information.
d. the time commitment for participants is generally shorter.
D
4. The first step of the scientific method is to
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a. recognize and define a problem.
b. describe and execute research procedures.
c. analyze the collected data.
d. formulate hypotheses.
AB
5. Developing generalizations from a limited number of related observations or experiences is
referred to as
a. deductive reasoning.
b. inductive reasoning.
c. scientific method.
d. reliance on tradition.
6. Which of the following is indicative of most survey research?
a. This method relies on controlling independent variables.
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b. This method relies on internal and external criticism.
c. This method relies on tests and questionnaires.
d. This method relies on interviews and observations.
7. Narrative is a method employed by
a. quantitative researchers.
b. qualitative researchers.
c. experimental researchers.
d. empirical researchers.
8. One difference between qualitative and quantitative research is that
a. quantitative researchers develop deep relationships with their participants.
b. qualitative researchers rely on objective analysis of the data.
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c. qualitative researchers manipulate the research context.
d. quantitative researchers state hypothesis prior to beginning the study.
9. Case Study is a method employed by
a. quantitative researchers.
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b. qualitative researchers.
c. experimental researchers.
d. empirical researchers.
D
10. Which of the following is an example of a causal-comparative question?
a. Are there gender differences in the effectiveness of computer-based simulations?
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b. Is there a relationship between computer-based simulation training and attitudes about
computers?
c. What happens in a typical science lesson that includes computer-based simulations?
d. What are the reasons a school would include computer-based simulations in their
instructional materials?
AB
11. Which of the following is an example of a correlational study?
a. What are the attitudes of the parents about our districts new homework policy?
b. Is there a relationship between student achievement and homework completion?
c. Are there differences in parent attitudes about homework between mothers and fathers?
d. How much homework does the average fifth grade teacher in our district assign?
12. Karen is a school principal. She has been collecting data all year regarding the benefits and
costs of an after-school community service program. She thinks the program is effective but
must make a decision about whether or not the outcomes of the program for the children
justify the cost. She collects data from the students, parents, and those that have benefited
from the program to assist in making her decision. Karen is engaging in which type of
research?
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