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CHAPTER 2: RESEARCH METHODS

Scientific Research
„X Theory is a broad set of statements describing the relation between the phenomenon and the factors assumed to affect it.
„X Law (principle) a predicted relation between phenomenon and a factor assumed to affect it that is supported by a good deal of scientific evidence.
„X Hypothesis is a predicted relation between phenomenon and a factor assumed to affect it that is not yet supported by a great deal of evidence. Hypotheses are tested in experimental investigations.

„X Objectivity is a characteristic of scientific research. It requires that the procedures and subject matter of investigations be formulated so that they could, in principle, be agreed on by everyone.
„X Objectivity helps reduce potential sources of bias that may enter into the research. (personal beliefs or preferences on the RQ)

Types of Research
„X Descriptive research is based solely on observations, with no attempt to determine systematic......

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