Research Methods in Educational Psychology: Online Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the following is a quantitative research design?

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Experimental design

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Grounded theory

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Narrative inquiry

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Case study

Question 2

Which data collection technique is most suitable for gathering detailed qualitative data?

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Participant observation

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Structured interviews

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Surveys

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Experimental manipulation

Question 3

Which statistical technique is used to examine the relationship between two or more numeric variables?

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Correlational analysis

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Descriptive statistics

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Content analysis

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Factor analysis

Question 4

What is the distinguishing characteristic of a qualitative research approach?

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Focus on understanding experiences, meanings, and contexts

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Emphasis on numerical data and statistical analysis

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Use of objective and standardized measurement tools

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Generalization of findings to a wider population

Question 5

Which of the following is a potential threat to internal validity in experimental research?

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Confounding variables

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Selection bias

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Sampling error

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External validity concerns

Question 6

What is the primary objective of a literature review?

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To summarize existing research and identify knowledge gaps

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To develop new theories and hypotheses

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To evaluate the effectiveness of interventions

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To provide a comprehensive overview of a topic

Question 7

Which of the following is a key characteristic of naturalistic research?

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Conducting research in a natural setting without manipulation

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Manipulating variables under controlled conditions

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Using qualitative data collection methods exclusively

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Focusing primarily on hypothesis testing

Question 8

Which data analysis technique seamlessly blends elements of quantitative and qualitative research approaches?

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Mixed methods analysis

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Meta-analysis

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Grounded theory

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Factor analysis

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a recognized research method in educational psychology?

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Comparative research

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Quantitative research

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Qualitative research

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Mixed methods research

Question 10

Which statistical test is most appropriate for determining the relationship between two continuous variables?

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Pearson's correlation coefficient

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t-test

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Chi-square test

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ANOVA

Question 11

Which type of research design is most suitable for exploring complex phenomena in real-world settings?

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Qualitative research design

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Experimental design

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Quasi-experimental design

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Correlational design

Question 12

What is the primary purpose of a research hypothesis?

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To provide a prediction about the outcome of the study

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To describe the variables included in the study

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To summarize the findings of the study

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To generate research questions

Question 13

How do reliability and validity differ in educational research?

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Reliability refers to the consistency of measurements, while validity refers to the accuracy of measurements.

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Validity refers to the consistency of measurements, while reliability refers to the accuracy of measurements.

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Both reliability and validity refer to the consistency of measurements.

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Both reliability and validity refer to the accuracy of measurements.

Question 14

Which of the following is a quantitative research method used to gather data on attitudes and opinions?

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Surveys

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Interviews

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Experiments

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Document analysis

Question 15

Which ethical principle emphasizes the obligation to minimize harm and maximize benefits to participants?

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Beneficence

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Justice

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Confidentiality

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Informed consent

Question 16

Which data collection method involves asking open-ended questions to gain insights into participants' experiences?

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Interview

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Observation

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Survey

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Document analysis

Question 17

Which of the following is a limitation of correlational research?

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Difficulty in establishing causation

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Potential for bias due to uncontrolled variables

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Time-consuming and costly

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Inaccuracy of self-reported data

Question 18

Which type of sampling method ensures that all members of a population have an equal chance of being selected?

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Simple random sampling

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Systematic sampling

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Stratified sampling

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Cluster sampling

Question 19

Which type of research design is often used to explore complex phenomena in real-world settings?

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Qualitative research

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Quasi-experimental research

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Correlational research

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Experimental research

Question 20

What is the role of sampling in research?

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To select a representative group of participants from the population of interest

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To analyze the collected data

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To ensure the accuracy of data collection methods

Question 21

Which of the following is an example of a quantitative research method?

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Survey

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Observation

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Interview

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Focus group

Question 22

What is the difference between validity and reliability in research?

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Validity assesses the accuracy of the research findings, while reliability assesses their consistency

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Validity assesses the ethical implications of the research, while reliability assesses the feasibility

Question 23

Which of the following is an ethical consideration in educational research?

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Protecting the privacy of participants

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Ensuring the validity of the research findings

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Disseminating the research results widely

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Maximizing the sample size