Educational Research 2

Educational Research 2

1. Classification By

   • Desing
     • Quantitative
       • Survey: collects numerical data to test hypotheses or answer questions.
         • Correlational: determines if a relation exists between two or more variables.
           • Causal–comparative: determines the cause for differences in the behavior of groups of individuals.
             • Experimental: offers generalizability or applicability of findings
               • Single-subject: behavior change that an individual or group; as a result of some intervention or treatment
     • Qualitative
       • Narrative: collect information through storytelling
         • Ethnographic: cultural patterns and perspectives in natural settings
           • Case study: conducting research on a unit of study or bounded system
   • Purpose
     • Basic and applied
       • Basic: conducted to develop or refine theory.
         • Applied: conducted to find solutions to current practical problems
     • Evaluation
       • inform decision making about educational programs and practices.
     • R & D
       • develop effective products for use in schools.
     • Action
       • provide a method for solving everyday problems in their own settings.

2. Ethics

   • Consent & Protection
     • Subjects
       • Not Harmed
         • Physically Mentally Socially
           • Obtain Consent
             • Assure Confidentiality
   • Deception
     • May Involve
       • Unethical Practices
         • Might be
           • unavoidable
   • Qualitative Issues
     • Closeness to
       • Participants
         • May Need
           • Make
             • ethical decisions
   • Entry to Site
     • Requires Form
       • Gain Approval
         • Explain Study

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