Students in a research class often say that they want to prove the hypotheses of their study. What would you say to these student researchers?
What will be an ideal response?
It is not possible to prove a hypothesis. Based on the data gathered, the researcher tentatively retains or rejects the hypothesis.
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The following are good places to look to identify a mixed methods study except
a. the study title. b. the literature review. c. the purpose statement. d. the method section.
The role Morrish recommends for teachers of upper-grade students is that of
a) boss. b) colleague. c) coach. d) parent.
An instructor hypothesizes an inverse relationship between using laptop computers in class and paying attention in class. Which of the following supports her research hypothesis?
a. r(30) = .38, p < .05 b. r(30) = .28, p > .05 c. r(30) = –.38, p < .05 d. r(30) = –.28, p > .05
Before allowing children to use computers, adults should assess their:
a. ego- and socio-centric thinking. b. symbolic thinking. c. fine motor dexterity. d. understanding of real-world relationships.