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Research Methods Vocabulary
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Undergraduate 1
01/16/2012

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Accuracy
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A term used in survey research to refer to the match between the target population and the sample.
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Apparency
Definition
Clear, understandable representation of the data
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Bell curve
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A frequency distribution statistics. Normal distribution is shaped like a bell.
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Causality
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The relation between cause and effect.
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Face Validity
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How a measure or procedure appears.
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Hypertext
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A nonsequential text composed of links and nodes.
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Hypothesis
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A tentative explanation based on theory to predict a casual relationship between variables.
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Inductive
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A form of reasoning in which a generalized conclusion is formulated from particular instances.
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Kinesics
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Kinesic analysis examines what is communicated through body movement.
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Link
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In hypertext, a pointer from one node to another.
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Matching
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Process of corresponding variables in experimental groups equally feature for feature.
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Node
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In hypertext, each unit of information, connected by links.
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Precision
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In survey research, the tightness of the confidence limits.
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Range
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The difference between the highest and lowest scores in a distribution.
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Reliability
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The extent to which a measure, procedure or instrument yields the same result on repeated trials.
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Response Rate
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In survey research, the actual percentage of questionnaires completed and returned.
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Short-term observation
Definition
Studies that list or present findings of short-term qualitative study based on recorded observation.
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Treatment
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The stimulus given to a dependent variable.
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Research problem
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A formal statement of question or hypothesis that implies empirical investigation.
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Empirical Methods
Definition
Research methods and data gathering techniques supported by measurable evidence, not opinion or speculation.
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