Why is reviewing the literature an important step in the process of conducting research?

What will be an ideal response?


Researchers need to know what the existing knowledge is about their topic so they can design a study that adds to this knowledge.

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Mr. Psalter has observed odd bruises and burn marks on seven-year-old Peter. He suspects abuse. As a teacher, he must do which of the following?

a. report evidence of abuse b. investigate the abuse c. interview Peter to see if his suspicions are accurate d. interview Peter’s parents to see if his suspicions are accurate

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Who described the id, ego, and superego?

a. Bandura b. Freud c. Gilligan d. Kohlberg

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Strategy Coach Interactive Software is an example of a technology resource for teachers, providing resources n:

a. self-management strategies. b. communication skills. c. reading comprehension of narrative text. d. affective social skill development.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

A preference for novelty has been associated with both general intelligence and several specific cognitive abilities.

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