Kines 330 Exam 1

whats in an introduction

background information, gaps in literature, purpose, hypothesis

Secondary sources can be used to better understand what is known about a topic.

true

4 major sections:

Introduction Methods Results Discussion

When we say that research is empirical, we mean that the researcher

collects data on which to base decisions

The inclusion criteria in a meta-analysis are very much like

delimitations

In a meta-analysis, the results of various studies on a topic are quantified using a standard measure (ES) that is called

effect size

The only type of research that can manipulate treatments and establish a cause and effect is

experimental research

The generalizability of the results pertains to what kind of validity?

external

A mixed methods approach uses a quantitative or qualitative approach to research but never both.

false

The dependent variable is the part of the experiment the researcher is manipulating.

false

A major difference in the purpose of a meta-analysis and a review of literature for a research paper is that the meta-analysis uses the literature

for empirical and theoretical conclusions

Which of the following should be included in the discussion section of a research report?

implications of the result

Compared to applied research, basic research

usually offers more control, such as that done in a laboratory

what does zotero do?

helps you collect, organize, annotate, cite, and share research

whats in methods section

how data will be collected, who will participate, refer to other studies

What does PICO stand for?

Population Intervention Comparison Outcome

In the results section of a research report, the author should include

information contained in tables, information concerning statistical significance and meaningfulness

The extent to which the results of a study can be attributed to the treatments used in the study is the definition of what kind of validity?

internal

whats in the discussion section

interpretation of results, relate to intro, suggest application, conclusions

Which of the following is not a section typically seen in peer-reviewed research?

intuition

It is common when looking at a distribution to encounter extreme or unusual scores that could have a misleading effect on the results. These extreme scores are termed

outliers

whats in the results section

present findings, statistical information, tables and figures

Common descriptive research techniques can include:

questionnaires, interviews, observational research

The fact that a meta-analysis quantifies findings from many studies is a frequently mentioned advantage. Another strong advantage of the meta-analysis over the normal review paper is

the description of the coding of study characteristics and the criteria for excluding studies

The most frequent and severe criticism of meta-analysis is that

the studies represent wide differences in methodologies, designs, and measurements

Epidemiological research pertains to the frequencies and distributions of health and disease conditions among populations.

true

In many cases a research proposal is required for a thesis or dissertation prior to completing the research and final document.

true

The hypothesis is the anticipated outcome of a study or experiment.

true

The introduction should adequately address why the research question is important and worth investigating.

true

Which of the following represent(s) a primary source?

A peer reviewed journal article

Which of the following should not be included in the results section of a research report?

raw data