EPSY 715: Research Paradigms and Research Questions
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Question 1.
Research Paradigm
Correct Answer: - Refers to the underlying assumptions behind how we conduct
research. - A research perspective based on a set of assumptions, concepts, and
values held by a community of re- searchers
Question 2.
Research Paradigm: Cresswell's Definition (2014)
Correct Answer: "A basic set of beliefs that guide action."
Question 3.
The issue of objectivity in the scientific method
Correct Answer: - eliminates the use of first-person writing in re- search and replaces
it with a passive voice - intended to keep bias out of research based on the scientific
method, which is objective and beyond bias
Question 4.
The belief that numerical data is objective and free from bias comes from
Correct Answer: the biological sciences
Question 5.
Statistical methods for analyzing quantitative data emerged from the belief that
Correct Answer: scientists can objectively measure something (i.e. numerical data is
objective and free from bias)
Question 6.
Positivist Paradigm
Correct Answer: - The paradigm underlying the traditional scientific approach
(scientific method), which assumes that there is an orderly re- ality that can be
objectively studied; often associated with quantitative research.
Question 7.
The _______________ paradigm is perhaps the most common paradigm among traditional
scientists, it suggests that there is one true reality "out there" in the world - one that already
exists and is waiting to be discovered.
Correct Answer: positivist
, Question 8.
Post-Positivist Paradigm
Correct Answer: The basis of most quantitative research and, to a smaller extent,
qualitative research. Attempts to be neutral and free of bias, believes that objective
reality can be discovered through research.
Question 9.
The ________________ Paradigm is used by social scientists because they believe that
human behavior is patterned and predictable.
Correct Answer: Post-Positivist
Question 10.
The goal of the Post-Positivist Paradigm is to
Correct Answer: offer predictions and cause/effect explanations for human behavior
Question 11.
Social scientists use the Post-Positivist Paradigm/Theory the most because
Correct Answer: it is used to formulate and test hypothesis about human
communication and behavior
Question 12.
Constructivist Paradigm
Correct Answer: An alternative paradigm (also called naturalistic paradigm) to the
positivist paradigm that holds that there are multiple interpretations of reality, and
that the goal of research is to understand how individuals construct reality within
their context
Question 13.
The _____________ Paradigm is associated with associated with qualitative research.
Correct Answer: constructivist
Question 14.
The Constructivist Paradigm believes that reality is
Correct Answer: multiple and subjective, constructed by individuals
Question 15.
Transformative Research
Correct Answer: Designed specifically to bring about change in some practical
situation...transforming social realities so the people's lives are improved
(participatory action research - clients and therapists part- ner with researchers).
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Question 1.
Research Paradigm
Correct Answer: - Refers to the underlying assumptions behind how we conduct
research. - A research perspective based on a set of assumptions, concepts, and
values held by a community of re- searchers
Question 2.
Research Paradigm: Cresswell's Definition (2014)
Correct Answer: "A basic set of beliefs that guide action."
Question 3.
The issue of objectivity in the scientific method
Correct Answer: - eliminates the use of first-person writing in re- search and replaces
it with a passive voice - intended to keep bias out of research based on the scientific
method, which is objective and beyond bias
Question 4.
The belief that numerical data is objective and free from bias comes from
Correct Answer: the biological sciences
Question 5.
Statistical methods for analyzing quantitative data emerged from the belief that
Correct Answer: scientists can objectively measure something (i.e. numerical data is
objective and free from bias)
Question 6.
Positivist Paradigm
Correct Answer: - The paradigm underlying the traditional scientific approach
(scientific method), which assumes that there is an orderly re- ality that can be
objectively studied; often associated with quantitative research.
Question 7.
The _______________ paradigm is perhaps the most common paradigm among traditional
scientists, it suggests that there is one true reality "out there" in the world - one that already
exists and is waiting to be discovered.
Correct Answer: positivist
, Question 8.
Post-Positivist Paradigm
Correct Answer: The basis of most quantitative research and, to a smaller extent,
qualitative research. Attempts to be neutral and free of bias, believes that objective
reality can be discovered through research.
Question 9.
The ________________ Paradigm is used by social scientists because they believe that
human behavior is patterned and predictable.
Correct Answer: Post-Positivist
Question 10.
The goal of the Post-Positivist Paradigm is to
Correct Answer: offer predictions and cause/effect explanations for human behavior
Question 11.
Social scientists use the Post-Positivist Paradigm/Theory the most because
Correct Answer: it is used to formulate and test hypothesis about human
communication and behavior
Question 12.
Constructivist Paradigm
Correct Answer: An alternative paradigm (also called naturalistic paradigm) to the
positivist paradigm that holds that there are multiple interpretations of reality, and
that the goal of research is to understand how individuals construct reality within
their context
Question 13.
The _____________ Paradigm is associated with associated with qualitative research.
Correct Answer: constructivist
Question 14.
The Constructivist Paradigm believes that reality is
Correct Answer: multiple and subjective, constructed by individuals
Question 15.
Transformative Research
Correct Answer: Designed specifically to bring about change in some practical
situation...transforming social realities so the people's lives are improved
(participatory action research - clients and therapists part- ner with researchers).
