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Research Methods Course Activity Results

This document describes the results of a test on research methods conducted by a student on March 21, 2022. The student answered all 4 questions of the test correctly in under 15 minutes. The test assessed the concepts of method selection, quantitative research, action research, and questionnaire development.
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Course RESEARCH METHODS

Test ACTIVITY TELECLASS I


Started 21/03/22
Sent 21/03/22
Status Completed
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Results All answers
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• Question 1
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A researcher must choose their research method:
Response c.
Selected:
Due to the specificities of the research object.
Answers:
For the ease of conducting the research.
b.
Through the experiences of other researchers.
c.
Due to the specificities of the research object.
d.
According to the rules of the research manuals.

e.
For what is determined by the institution
which is linked.
Comment on the response: Answer: c)
• Question 2
0 out of 0 points

The quantitative research commonly uses:


Selected Answer: a.
Statistical data.
Answers: a.
Statistical data.
b.
Description of historical documents.
c.
Analysis of different opinions of the interviewees.
d.
Description of social situations.
e.
Bibliographic sources.
Comment on the response: Answer: a)
• Question 3
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Regarding action research, it is correct to affirm that:

Response d.
Selected: The researcher interferes with the researched reality.
Answers: a.
The researcher must be neutral.
b.
The experimental environment must be, beforehand,
prepared.
c.
The researcher should make use of an interview
structured.
d.
The researcher interferes with the reality being researched.

e.
The researcher describes and reports, based on their
cultural and theoretical contributions.

Comment on the response: Answer: d)


• Question 4
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When developing the questionnaire for conducting surveys, the researcher must:

Response d.
Selected: Form questions with simple and understandable words.
Answers: a.
Start with the pre-test.

b.
Ask detailed questions.
c.
Formulate questions that indicate the expected answer.

d.
Form questions with simple and understandable words.

e.
Show all your intellectual capacity to ensure the
credibility.
Comment on the response: d)

Course RESEARCH METHODS


Test QUESTIONNAIRE UNIT I
Started 21/03/22
Sent 21/03/22
Status Completed
Result of 5 out of 5 points
attempt
Elapsed time 15 minutes
Results All responses
shown Incorrectly answered questions
• Question 1
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Regarding research methods, mark the correct alternative.

Response e.
Selected: The choice of data collection and analysis techniques must be made
considering the objective of the research and the resources—
materials, temporal and personal - available to the researcher.
Answers: a.
The techniques (qualitative and quantitative) for data collection are
exclusive, and cannot be used in the same research.
b.
The research conducted with quantitative methods results in
information with a higher level of certainty and accuracy.

c.
The results obtained from the quantitative research are independent of the
researcher's interpretation, since they are precise and measurable.

d.
The generalization of results does not occur in qualitative research.
nor in the quantitative.

e.
The choice of data collection and analysis techniques must be made
considering the objective of the research and the resources—
materials, time-based and personal - available to the researcher.
Comment Answer: E.
of the response: Comment: Qualitative and quantitative techniques can be used for
combined form. The results of the quantitative research do not
they are necessarily more precise and certain than those of the research
qualitative: they are just of a distinct nature, and are subject to various
interpretations based on the researcher's perspective. Finally, the
quantitative research, when conducted within statistical rigor,
they can have their results projected for the population as a whole. The
the researcher chooses techniques based on their objectives and
conditions you have before you for conducting the research.

• Question 2
0.5 in 0.5 points
It is one of the stages of the scientific work process in research.
qualitative
I - The quantitative analysis of the obtained results, confirming or
not the defined hypotheses and confronted the results with the
theoretical concepts.
II - The search for objectivity through a formal logic and
neutrality in the investigation process.
III - The methodology of validation through deductive processes
mathematicians.

It is incorrect what is stated in:


Selected Answer:
I, II, and III.
Answers: a.
I and II only.
b.
II and III only.
c.
I, just.
d.
I, II and III.
e.
III, only.
Comment Answer: D.
of the answer:
Comment: Qualitative research does not involve analysis
quantitative of the results obtained, nor the search
for objectivity through formal logic or
validation through deductive processes
mathematicians.
• Question 3
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Analyze the statements below regarding the preparation of a technical report:

A research report is the written exposition in which verified facts are described.
through the investigation and analysis of the collected data.
II - Generally speaking, we can say that reports are written with the objectives of
disclose the technical data obtained and analyzed, as well as to record them in a formal manner
permanent, disseminating them among the academic and non-academic community.
III - The report is an original and unpublished document, through which diffusion is made of the
current information. It is mainly prepared to record opposing ideas in
regarding research already conducted.

Regarding the statements:

Selected Answer: a.
Only statements I and II are correct.
Answers: a.
Only statements I and II are correct.
b.
Only statement II is correct.
c.
Only statements II and III are correct.
d.
Only statement III is correct.
e.
Statements I, II, and III are correct.
Comment from A.
response Comment: The report of a research is not aimed at
register opposition or disagreement regarding research already conducted.
Its main purpose is to promote, along with academic communities and
non-academic, the results of an investigation.

• Question 4
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Regarding the qualitative and quantitative research instruments, mark the
correct alternative.

Response d.
Selected: Focus group and participant observation are characterized as examples.
of qualitative instruments.
Answers: a.
The quantitative merit of the research brings with it a range of
methodologies among which the use of statistics stands out,
semi-structured interviews and ethnography.
b.
The analysis of speech and the subjective aspects of individuals is the focus.
two quantitative instruments.
c.
The qualitative approach is directed towards an objective analysis of
social phenomena, in a work of interpretation of reality
through the use of numerical data.

d.
Focus groups and participant observation are characterized as examples.
of qualitative instruments.
e.
The use of questionnaires with multiple-choice questions–in
particularly, with the use of scales - disfigures and makes unfeasible the
construction of a quantitative analysis.
Comment Answer: D.
of the answer: Comment: Semi-structured interviews and ethnography are part of
of the arsenal of qualitative research techniques, such as the analysis of
speech and subjective aspects of subjects; the use of numerical data
it is also a characteristic of quantitative methods. The questionnaires
the use of scales is frequent in quantitative investigations.

• Question 5
0.5 in 0.5 points
The literature review constitutes the theoretical foundation of
research project and academic work, contributing to:

I - The obtaining of subsidies for the formulation of the hypothesis(es) of the


research and correlation between the variables.
II - Obtaining information about the most recent works
carried out on the subject.
III - The definition of the general objective and the specific objectives of
research project or academic work.

Only what is stated in is correct:


Selected Answer: b.
I and II.
Answers:
I.
b.
I and II.
c.
III.
d.
I and III.
e.
II and III.
Comment Answer: B.
from the answer:
Comment: The literature review ('state of the art' or
"The theoretical framework" serves to support the hypothesis.
formulated and the relationships between variables, as well as
to gather data on recent research to
respect for the theme. The definition of the general objective and of
specific objectives precede the literature review.
• Question 6
0.5 in 0.5 points
Analyze the following statements regarding some of the stages that compose the
academic work.

In the sample definition stage, statistical techniques should be used in order to


ensure the representativeness of the sample.
II - In the stage of tabulation and presentation of the data, resources must be utilized.
manuals or computational tools to organize the data obtained in the field research.
III - In the conclusion stage, the results obtained should be objectively presented.
research, which do not necessarily need to be based on proven data.

The statements are correct:

Selected Response: a.
I and II only.
Answers: a.
I and II only.
b.
I and III only.
c.
I, just.
d.
II and III only.

e.
I, II and III.
Comment Answer: A.
from the answer: Comment: The conclusion involves the presentation of the results
achieved from proven and explained data throughout the
work. The sampling, tabulation, and presentation work of the
data can be carried out through manual resources and
computational; in the case of sample definition, it is suggested to use
statistical packages.

• Question 7
0.5 in 0.5 points
One of the most commonly used methods in research projects and in
academic work is that of observation. In relation to this
method, analyze the statements that follow.

I - Non-participant observation is one in which the observer


remains outside the reality to be studied, placing itself only
as a spectator.
II - Taking into account the structuring of the observation, this can
be spontaneous or planned.
III - The more unspecific and less objective the observation is,
improve the results obtained.
The statements are correct:
Selected Response: a.
I and II only.
Answers: a.
I and II only.
b.
I and III only.
c.
I just.
d.
II and III only.
e.
III only.
Comment A.
from the answer:
Comment: Non-participant observation occurs
when the researcher does not get involved with the situation
studied. Observation can be informal (spontaneous)
or systematic (planned). The more specific it is
observation, the more objective the aspects are
that should be identified in the observation, better
the results.
• Question 8
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The main characteristics of qualitative research are:

I - Work with a universe of meanings, motivations, actions, beliefs, values and


attitudes, among others.
II - There is no complementary relationship between qualitative approaches and
quantitative.
III - The difference between the qualitative and quantitative approach to social reality is,
above all, of nature and not of hierarchical scale.

Only the following statements are correct:

Selected Response: c.
I and III.
Answers: a.
I, II and III.
b.
II and III.

c.
I and III.
d.
III.

II.
Comment C.
of the answer: Commentary: Qualitative research works with meanings.
emotions, beliefs, and values. The same investigation can include
qualitative and quantitative approaches; in fact, generally, the approach
quantitative is preceded by some qualitative study.
Comparatively, there is no hierarchy regarding the research. There is no
better or worse research; what exists are different researches in
function of different problems and objectives. The difference lies in the nature
the research.

• Question 9
0.5 in 0.5 points
Among the statements below, choose the one(s) that exemplify the procedure.
relevant to qualitative research:

I - Participant observation and the open interview are a trademark of


a qualitative research.
II - The technique of interviewing using scripts of open-ended questions allows
less freedom on the part of the interviewed subject.
III - Action research is characterized by adding intervention to the investigation.
studied reality.

What is stated is correct only in:


Selected Response: d.
I and III.
Answers: a.
III.
b.
II and III.
c.
I and II.
d.
I and III.
e.
II.
Comment D.
from the answer:
Commentary: Participant observation and the interview
semi-structured (open) are techniques used in the
qualitative research. The use of a question script
(instead of structured questionnaire) allows greater
freedom for the interviewee. The research-action
propose intervention in the investigated reality.
• Question 10
0.5 in 0.5 points
It is a type of research in which the researcher interacts with
the interviewees, seeking to identify the reality in which they live,
your values, your daily lives, your cultural practices. Thus,
traces and aspects that are difficult to capture by
means of direct approaches.
The answer that relates to the definition expressed above is:
Selected Answer: e.
Ethnographic study.
Answers: a.
Group interview.
b.
In-depth interview.
c.
Multiple choice test.
d.
Non-participant observation.
e.
Ethnographic study.
Comment E.
of the answer:
Comment: The ethnographic study aims to,
through observation or interviews
semi-structured, gather information about practices
cultural, values and behaviors of certain
communities or ethnic groups. Such elements, if
would be almost the subject of targeted studies,
impossible to be collected, since they do not
they manifest or justify themselves explicitly.

Course RESEARCH METHODS


Test TELECLASS ACTIVITY II
Started 21/03/22
Sent 21/03/22
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• Question 1
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In the project's justification, the researcher:


Answer c.
Selected:
Presents the theoretical and practical reasons for the
research.
Answers: a.
It mainly relates to the intimate choices that the
They decided on that research object.
b.
List the technical reasons for the choice.
c.
Presents the theoretical and practical reasons of
research.
d.
Requests understanding for any mistakes that may occur
to commit.
e.
Highlight the results that will be obtained.
Comment on the answer: c)
• Question 2
0 at 0 points
Ethics in scientific research with living beings:
Response d.
Selected:
It is essential for the accomplishment of any type of
research.
Answers: a.
It is only necessary in the field of health sciences.

b.
It was disrespected in the past, but nowadays
this does not happen.
c.
It is a relevant aspect only in universities and not
in private companies.
d.
It is essential for the achievement of any type of
research.
e.
It is limited to the scope of private companies that
we see the profit.
Comment on the reply: Answer: d)
• Question 3
0 in 0 points
A research communication for the scientific community:
Response d.
Selected: It is necessary to meet the university's rules and the
specific to the type of communication.
Answers: a.
Gives broad freedom to the researcher for the
presentation.
b.
Must comply with Capes regulations.

c.
Must comply with the rules of the Ministry of Education.

d.
Must meet university rules and the
specific to the type of communication.
e.
The university is the only body with autonomy to
decide on the presentation.
Comment on the response: Answer: d)
• Question 4
0 out of 0 points

In the communication of scientific work to the general population:

Selected Response: c.
Information and education go hand in hand.

Answers: a.
The goal is to educate.

b.
The research methodology is fundamental.

c.
Information and education go hand in hand.

d.
It is essential that there is university education for the public.

e.
Television news technology must be used.
Comment on the response: c)

Course RESEARCH METHODS


Test QUESTIONNAIRE UNIT II
Started 21/03/22
Sent March 21, 2022
Status Completed
Result of 5 out of 5 points
attempt
Elapsed time 0 minute
Results Todas as respostas
shown Incorrectly answered questions
• Question 1
0.5 in 0.5 points
(IFPB 2011, with modifications) Regarding the hypotheses of
research, analyze the statements that follow.
I. They function to suppose answers to formulated questions.
by the researcher, answers that will or will not be confirmed over time
of the research.
II. They necessarily refer to the relationship of two or more
variables, in a causal way, for example: "the unemployment rate"
varies inversely with development indices
economic.
III. They can be treated and judged as probably true
or false.
IV. They do not conduct the investigation, but merely "cut out" from
more accurately the object of the research.

The statements are correct:


Selected Answer: b.
I and III.
Answers: a.
I and II.
b.
I and III.
c.
II and IV.
d.
II and III.
e.
III and IV.
Comment B
from the answer:
Resolution: the hypotheses are possible answers to
questions posed by the researcher and are treated as
potentially true or false. In fact, they will be the
research results the indicators of veracity or
falsity of hypotheses. They may or may not refer to
causal relationships are fundamental for it to take place
the investigation. The research, in fact, is directed at
sense of confirming or not the working hypotheses.
• Question 2
0.5 in 0.5 points
One of the basic elements in a research is clarity in
identification of the research problem, considering its purpose and demand.
However, not every problem is subject to scientific treatment. Based on that,
analyze the following research situations:
I. How to improve student performance in large-scale assessments.
II. To what extent does education determine political party preference.
III. How to reduce urban violence.
IV. To what extent is urban violence among young people and adolescents related to
absence of social public policies.

Among the situations presented, which do not correspond to a research problem


scientific?

Selected Answer: e.
I and III.
Answers: a.
I, II, III and IV.
b.
I and II.
c.
III and IV.
d.
II and III.

e.
I and III.
Comment from Response: And
answer: Resolution: questions like 'how to do' are not scientific questions.
since the answers depend on the researcher's point of view. Moreover,
these are generic questions, without any guidance on how
may be answered.

• Question 3
0.5 in 0.5 points
(FUNCAB 2015, with modifications) They serve to explain provisionally, guide in
search for information and verify its validity. They are developed from observation of the
researcher, from the results of other research, from theories or even from the research itself
professional perception. For example: "If there is a high degree of internal disorganization in the
needy family, so greater likelihood of marginalization of the minor." Like many
the activities that human beings develop, research also needs to be planned
(LAKATOS, Marconi. 1991, p. 128).

The stage of the research planning that is related to what was mentioned is:

Selected Answer: b.
Hypothesis building.
Answers: a.
Formulation of the research problem.

b.
Hypothesis building.

c.
Detailing of the theoretical framework.

d.
Insertion of graphs, tables, and figures in the final report.
e.
Execution of the pre-test.

Comment from Answer: B


answer: Resolution: the hypotheses are provisional explanations that lead to
investigation to be conducted by the researcher.

• Question 4
0.5 in 0.5 points
Its importance can lead to the preparation of
a monograph of an eminently theoretical and practical nature. Finally, it should
pay attention to your originality, especially because the higher the degree of originality,
the greater the interest of the community will be in relation to the monograph. This does not mean
necessarily that it must be absolutely original, but the way of handling it, yes.
One of the most important items for an interesting thesis is:

Response d.
Selected: The originality of the question in relation to the theme, even if already
discussed several times earlier.
Answers: a.
The number of pages: if few, the work is insufficient from the point of
quality view; if many, the work lacks focus.
b.
The fact that the bibliography includes works in various languages.

c.
The use of a methodology never before experienced.

d.
The originality of the question regarding the theme, even if already
discussed several times before.
e.
The number of elements in the samples.
Comment from D
response Resolution: there are practically no problems that have not already been addressed.
researched before. Thus, the originality is in the gaze towards the
problem, originality materialized in the form of a question (or
problematization).

• Question 5
0.5 in 0.5 points
Execution of a research
it depends on the techniques and procedures to be adopted for
collection and analysis of data. Depending on the nature of your research
the objectives require a type of research suitable for solving the
problem to be studied. The research that involves exhaustive study
of articles and texts already published on a certain topic is a:
Selected Response: a.
Literature review.
Answers: a.
Bibliographic research.
b.
Documentary research.
c.
Action research.
d.
Experimental research.
e.
Case study.
Comment from Answer: A
answer:
Resolution: the bibliographic research involves the selection
and the reading of texts and research that has already been published to

respect for the theme.

• Question 6
0.5 in 0.5 points
(IF/BA 2016, with modifications) Regarding the method, mark the
correct alternative.
Response a.
Selected:
The good method conveys safety and economy in
science. It is a working instrument.
Answers: a.
The good method conveys security and savings in
science. It is a work tool.
b.
A good research needs to be conducted by
bold and innovative researchers, who do not
let yourself be guided by bureaucracies and rules.

c.
If the hypothesis is original and unprecedented, the community
academic is more flexible regarding the details
methodological aspects of the research conducted.

d.
All researchers involved in a
investigators must give up their own ideas and
convictions regarding the research object.
e.
The method is a creation of the researcher who seeks
adjust it according to the research object.
Comment Answer: A
of the answer:
Resolution: there is no successful research that does not do
use of rules and, including, procedures
bureaucratic. Regardless of the originality of
hypothesis, rigor is necessary regarding the methods
used. There is no research free from subjectivity,
especially since the researcher cannot give up or
to give up your ideas and beliefs. The method is
result of countless research and reflections of the
academic community.
• Question 7
0.5 in 0.5 points
(IF/BA 2016, with modifications) Regarding scientific communication,
mark the correct alternative.
Answer d.
Selected:
It also refers to the information presented in
conferences, symposiums, weekly meetings, academies
scientific societies and others, to be subsequently
published in proceedings and journals.

Answers: a.
Scientific communication consists of informing
general public of knowledge extracted from works
and/or scientific treaties.
b.
Scientific communication is focused solely on
obtaining and communicating results
unknown until the time of its publication.
c.
Scientific communication should only be carried out when
a theory is reviewed or modified.
d.
It also refers to the information presented in
congresses, symposiums, weekly meetings, academies,
scientific societies and others, to be later
published in annals and journals.
e.
It is a text that brings new information, but not
allows, due to its wording, for readers to
verify such information.
Comment Answer: D
of the response:
Resolution: scientific communication involves the public
academic and non-academic. It consists of the
disclosure of the results of a survey
regardless of involving elements already
known or not. Scientific communication must
make explicit the data that supports the text and the
presented information.
• Question 8
0.5 in 0.5 points
For scientific communication to be successful, one must
take into account the following aspects:

Answer c.
Selected: Objectivity, order, accuracy, and language suitable for the audience.

Answers: a.
Purpose, information, structure, multimedia language and
approach.

b.
Accuracy, clarity, sophistication of audiovisual resources and correctness
grammatical.

c.
Objectivity, order, clarity, and language suitable for the audience.

d.
Brevity, appreciation, fixation, and philosophical texts.

e.
Scientific rigor, clarity, technical language, and speed of
presentation.
Comment from C
answer: Resolution: multimedia language, the sophistication of resources
audiovisuals, brevity, the introduction of philosophical texts and speed
the presentation is not a necessary condition for the success of a
scientific communication.

• Question 9
0.5 in 0.5 points
(IF/BA 2016, with modifications) When presenting the quantitative research report, the
indispensable elements for the valuation of this research are:

Response e.
Selected: Well-structured research planning to facilitate analysis and
the interpretation.

Answers: a.
Random tabulation, statistical procedures, graphs and tables.
b.
Absence of logical elements and unconscious bias of
researcher.
c.
Bold imagination, ambiguity between statements and facts, and calculation
approximate.

d.
Originality and boldness.

e.
Well-planned research to facilitate analysis and
the interpretation.

Comment from Answer: And


response: Resolution: planning is the key to success and appreciation.
from a survey.

• Question 10
0.5 in 0.5 points
(IF/BA 2016, with modifications) In the field of scientific research,
the problem is a question that the research aims to answer and
the entire research process will revolve around its solution. For
Therefore, some care is needed in its preparation. Mark
the alternative that is not associated with the necessary quality of
problematicization.
Response c.
Selected:
The problem is a statement that needs to be
confirmed or denied.
Answers: a.
The problem should be formulated as a question for
facilitate the identification of what you wish to research.

b.
The problem must have a viable dimension: it must be
restricted to allow its viability. The problem
broadly formulated may render it unfeasible
conducting the research.
c.
The problem is a statement that needs to be
confirmed or denied.
d.
The problem must have clarity: the terms adopted
they must be defined to clarify the meanings
with which they are being used in the research.

e.
The problem needs to be original.
Comment from Answer: C
response:
Resolution: the problem is presented in the form of
a question; the hypothesis is a statement that
needs confirmation or refutation after the realization
of the research.

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