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