Research

how are research questions most often described? Arising within a laboratory setting Posed after important factors are identified May arise from our everyday life experiences Always answered if we follow a scientific method of inquiry

May arise from our everyday life experiences

This refers to a particular procedure or set of procedures applied in conducting a research or study. Introduction Review of Related Literature Methodology Findings, Results and Recommendations

MethodologyMethodology

If one desires to explore the behavior, learning patterns, reasoning mechanisms and creativity exhibited during activities of preschoolers, which method is most appropriate? Focused group discussion Individualistic interview Anecdotal record analysis Naturalistic observation

Naturalistic observation

The sources you used on your research. Sources References Literature Results

References

It is said that through action research, teachers become aware and critical of their practices and are more prepared for innovations and change. With this in mind, which action research related process is referred to? Inquiry Reflection Pragmatism Collaboration

Reflection

What do you call the degree of consistency and precision which produces a stable result of the conducted research? Consistency Reliability Scope Introduction

Reliability

The systematic investigation that aims to establish facts and reach new conclusions. Observation Research Investigation Scientific Investigation

Research

The extent of the area or subject matter that something deals with or to which it is relevant. Limitation Scope Methodology Literature

Scope

When action research intends to influence thinking skills, sense of efficacy, willingness to share and communicate attitudes toward the process of change, which does it implore? Structured pedagogies Professional growth and development Knowledge transformation Sense of collaboration

Sense of collaboration

Which group of words depicts the nomenclatures given to action research? Practitioner research, quasi-experimental study, collaborative inquiry, participatory research Classroom research, school-based research, practice-centered inquiry, laboratory research Teacher research, teacher-as-scholar research, practical inquiry, emancipatory research Interactive research, scientific research, practice-centered inquiry, action leaning

Teacher research, teacher-as-scholar research, practical inquiry, emancipatory research

Consumers of research can evaluate the strength of a study's evidence by using? critical thinking needs assessment anecdotal data critical thinking

critical thinking

What characterizes the diagram below, containing both exploratory and confirmatory research methods? Cyclical Illogical Parallel

cyclical

Arrange the following steps for an effective action research using a particular model: (1) collection and organization of data, (2) interpretation of data, (3) identification of problem area, (4) action based on data, (5) reflection. 1-2-3-4-5 3-4-2-3-5 3-1-2-4-5 5-4-2-1-3

(3) identification of problem area (1) collection and organization of data (2) interpretation of data (4) action based on data (5) reflection. 3-1-2-4-5

1. Collecting data 2. Specifying a purpose for research 3. Identifying a research problem 4. Reporting and evaluating research 5. Reviewing the literature 6. Analyzing and interpreting the data These are the list of research process. The correct order is... 1-2-3-4-5-6 5-3-2-4-6-1 3-5-2-1-6-4 3-5-1-2-6-4 3-5-2-4-6-1

3. Identifying a research problem 5. Reviewing the literature 2. Specifying a purpose for research 1. Collecting data 6. Analyzing and interpreting the data 4. Reporting and evaluating research 3-5-2-1-6-4

There will be no relationship between children's time in day care and later academic achievement. This is an example of which of the following? A research question A factorial design A correlation A null hypothesis

A null hypothesis

What does a good research question usually pursue? A small part of a broad topic A topic unrelated to any other topics The same thing as the null hypothesis A broad topic

A small part of a broad topic

Identify and select the correct order of steps in scientific inquiry (note: These are not ALL of the steps in the process) A. Formulating a hypothesis, collecting relevant information, testing the hypothesis, working with the hypothesis B. Reconsidering the theory, asking new questions, identifying the important factors, collecting relevant information C. Asking the question, identifying the important factors, asking new questions, testing the hypothesis D. Asking new questions, reconsidering the theory, working with the hypothesis, testing the hypothesis

A. Formulating a hypothesis, collecting relevant information, testing the hypothesis, working with the hypothesis

Upon conducting an action research, Teacher Manny realized that numbered heads together' technique in teaching concepts in Philippine History helped out in ensuring action learning, student engagement and collaborative, critical and creative thinking skills among his students.. This realization made Teacher Manny______________________________________________ A. build a reflective practice based on proven technique B. contribute to professional culture of teaching C. feel confident in his decisions D. create meaningful and lasting change for the school

A. build a reflective practice based on proven technique

When you plan to write a literature review you need to identify themes, debates, and gaps, so you you can look for: A. trends and patterns (in theory, method or results): do certain approaches become more or less popular over time. B. themes: what questions or concepts recur across the literature. C. debates, conflicts and contradictions: where sources disagree. D. all of the above are correct .

A. trends and patterns (in theory, method or results): do certain approaches become more or less popular over time. CORRECT B. themes: what questions or concepts recur across the literature. CORRECT C. debates, conflicts and contradictions: where sources disagree. CORRECT D. all of the above are correct ., THUS THE CORRECT ANSWER

What research type is best utilized at solving pressing local issues within educational communities? Basic Research Action Research experimental basic predictive

Action Research

What is a structured interview? An interview with only a small number of questions An interview that takes place in a formal setting An interview with pre-determined questions asked to all participants in the same order An interview that takes place over the phone

An interview with pre-determined questions asked to all participants in the same order

Since validation and sampling measures are not much stressed in an action research but more of finding solutions to identified problems and for the improvement of teaching and learning, which challenge does it face? A. Management and collegial support and stakeholders' approval B. Consistency and reliability of results and findings C. Mechanisms, resources and research skill of teachers in doing research D. Availability of and access to pertinent data for investigation

B. Consistency and reliability of results and findings

A good literature review _____ A. Is a summary in which the investigator analyzes sources, synthesizes contents, and briefly evaluates sources. B. Is a summary of some sources, the investigator, analyzes, synthesizes, and critically evaluates so, a clear picture of the state of knowledge on the subject is given. C.Is a summary in which you synthesize sources in order to give a clear picture of the sources read. D. Is a review of many evaluated sources that gives information of the state of knowledge on the subject.

B. Is a summary of some sources, the investigator, analyzes, synthesizes, and critically evaluates so, a clear picture of the state of knowledge on the subject is given.

Which of the following best denotes the difference between an action research and a formal research? A. The former uses extensive inquiry on related researches using primary sources while the latter uses secondary sources and practices in other schools B. Purposive sampling is apt for action research while random sampling best befits formal research, especially with large population. C. The former is more of theoretical significance while the latter upholds practical relevance. D. Deductive reasoning reflects in an action research while inductive for formal research.

B. Purposive sampling is apt for action research while random sampling best befits formal research, especially with large population.

The following can be identified as action research title EXCEPT one. Which one is the exception? A. Number dialog role playing technique in mastering communication and number analysis of grade 7 students B. Understanding and appreciating Philippine Constitution provisions through contextualized situational analysis C. Relationship among students' study habits, academic performance and media exposure towards an appropriate intervention program. D. Camera flash focus technique: Enhancing students' multiple intelligences and active social learning

C. Relationship among students' study habits, academic performance and media exposure towards an appropriate intervention program.

Why is it necessary to obtain informed consent from research participants? A. in order to provide them with information about the investigator's past research studies B. in order to forewarn them about any deception that will be used in the study C. in order to describe aspects of the study that many influence willingness to participate D. in order to share information about other participants in the study

C. in order to describe aspects of the study that many influence willingness to participate

How do researchers deal with privacy and confidentiality? A. they should all be asked to sign a form so they know what to expect B. they should all receive a debrief so they know what they've taken part in C. they should all remain anonymous in any published data

C. they should all remain anonymous in any published data

If you wish to determine the academic performance of your students in class to validate the impact of 'study-buddy learning system', which best available data- gathering source should be used? Class record Anecdotal record Attendance record Student record of registry (Form 1)

Class record

A closing paragraph that summarizes the main points of your research and is intended for the readers to know why your research should matter to them after they read it. Introduction Conclusion Results Thesis Statement

Conclusion

Samantha is interested in studying the relationship between gender differences and verbal ability. This is an example of what type of research? Descriptive Quasi-experimental Correlational Gender research

Correlational

Choose the correct statement about the literature review A. It is a list of paragraphs usually started with the name of the cited researcher B. A literature review is a list describing or summarizing one piece of literature after another. C. It is a list of all the material published, according to the guiding concept of your thesis or research question D. The literature review needs to be organized into sections that present themes or identify trends, including relevant theory

D. The literature review needs to be organized into sections that present themes or identify trends, including relevant theory

Which example addresses evidence of validity? A. a researcher compares scores on two administrations of a test administered a week apart B. a researcher examines how consistently two raters score a behavioral observation C. a researcher examines how closely scores correlate on two forms of the same test D. researcher examines how well a measure of self-control predicts how long children will wait for a prize

D. researcher examines how well a measure of self-control predicts how long children will wait for a prize

Michael hands out a survey to find out the average age and schooling level of his class. What type of research is this? Historical Cause-and-effect Quasi-experimental Descriptive

Descriptive

When action research is designed to lead to an intervention for the identified problem, which characteristic does it possess? Diagnostic Empirical Participatory Experimental

Diagnostic

Dr. Josefina Javier, a Division Schools Superintendent, would like to determine the performance in mathematics of the students in her division and so identifies their least mastered competencies as inputs in coming up with immediate an appropriate intervention. What type of action research does Dr. Javier intend to conduct? Classroom action research School action research District-wide action research Departmental action research

District-wide action research

Who of the following persons below CANNOT be considered as an action-researcher? Mrs. Adolin, who wants to understand more about teaching and learning. Mr. Perdio, who desires to develop teaching skills and knowledge. Ms. Recapido, who aspires to take action to improve student learning Dr. Recafrenre, who aims to rediscover a theory to support and validate her research findings.

Dr. Recafrenre, who aims to rediscover a theory to support and validate her research findings.

Hannah assigns children to different teaching method groups and tests their math performance after six weeks. This is an example of what type of research? Descriptive Historical Experimental Uncontrolled

Experimental

Which intervention is most effective in addressing student engagement concern in class? Project/output making Group performance assessment Song interpretation Oral recitation

Group performance assessment

Which of the following can be considered benefits of action research according to studies? I. It allows teachers to grow and gain confidence in their work. II. It makes teachers learn about themselves, their students and colleagues thereby, determine ways to continually improve. III. It brings about improved communication. iV. It can create solutions to existing problems in the academe through worthwhile interventions. I, II and IlI II, Il and IV I, ll and IV I, II, Il and IV

I. It allows teachers to grow and gain confidence in their work. II. It makes teachers learn about themselves, their students and colleagues thereby, determine ways to continually improve. III. It brings about improved communication. iV. It can create solutions to existing problems in the academe through worthwhile interventions. I, II, Il and IV

In any research, which must be considered in writing the introduction and background? I. An opening statement such as a quotation and lead sentence II. Describe the problem through data and information that support its Occurrence. III. Define the problem or the significant concept taken from selected reputable resources. IV. Include general findings of related studies reviewed. I, II and IV II, III and IV I, Il and IV I, II, III and IV

II. Describe the problem through data and information that support its Occurrence. III. Define the problem or the significant concept taken from selected reputable resources. IV. Include general findings of related studies reviewed. II, III and IV

In a study of the effect of the amount TV viewing on children's aggressiveness, amount of TV viewing would be what type of variable? Independent variable Dependent variable Control variable Extraneous variable

Independent variable

It establishes the scope, context and significance of the research to be conducted. This also states the purpose why the study will be conducted. Introduction Review of Related Literature Methodology Results and Recommendations

Introduction

The following are primary concepts of action research EXCEPT one. Which one? It is a process, in which participants examine their own educational practice. It has the potential to generate information and theories contributory to knowledge and science development. It is used by teachers, supervisors, and administrators to improve the quality of their decisions and actions. It focuses on immediate applications and emphasizes real problem in a local setting.

It has the potential to generate information and theories contributory to knowledge and science development.

This refers to the information or content from different sources related to the topic. Literature Methodology References Sources

Literature

The null hypothesis represents which of the following statements? No relationship between the variables under study A positive relationship between the independent and dependent variables A negative relationship between the independent and dependent variables A difference between the variables under study

No relationship between the variables under study

A remark, statement or comment based on something one has seen, heard or noticed. Hearsay Gossip Observation Noticed Actions

Observation

In a _________the research problem focuses on understanding the inner world of a particular group or exploring some process, event, or phenomenon Qualitative Research Study Quantitative Research Study

Qualitative Research Study

Compare a research proposal with a research report? The former communicates the result while the latter depicts a researcher's plan. The former denotes past tense of the verb while the latter entails future tense The former states the plan while the latter completes the research The former uses third person pronoun while the other doesn't necessarily require it

The former states the plan while the latter completes the research

Which of the following key words is the least related to action research? Identified problem and solution Improvement in the practice Theories and generalization Plan of action

Theories and generalization

In general, when selecting factors for a study, you want to be sure of which of these? They have been investigated before They are available to investigate They are not of interest to you They do not lead to another question

They are available to investigate

The following are essential answers in helping principals and teachers in doing action research EXCEPT one. What is it? They work best on identified problems in school. They become more effective when they assess their work and consider different alternatives. They help each other in their professional development. They comply with the research requirement posed to both of them.

They comply with the research requirement posed to both of them.

Which of the following statement is correct about sample size in quantitative educational research? Approximately 350 participants for a correlational study that relates variables Approximately 30 individuals for a survey study, but this size will vary depending on several factors Approximately 15 participants in two groups in an experiment Approximately 15 participants in each group in an experiment

approximately 15 participants in each group in an experiment

This refers to a paper and pencil data gathering method wherein the subject or respondent completely answers a series of questions. interview method question and answer method methodology questionnaire

questionnaire

Which statement is reflective of a replication study? Conducting an instructional intervention study of at-risk high school students using techniques shown to be effective in a previous study, but adjusting to fit the new participants' state curriculum standards Copying a teacher survey study on changes to curriculum plans due to implantation of statewide standardized testing Conducting a new integration study on effectiveness of technology previously not introduced into a middle school classroom

reflective of a replication study? Conducting an instructional intervention study of at-risk high school students using techniques shown to be effective in a previous study, but adjusting to fit the new participants' state curriculum standards