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Archival Research01:40

Archival Research

Some researchers gain access to large amounts of data without interacting with a single research participant. Instead, they use existing records to answer various research questions. This type of research approach is known as archival research. Archival research relies on looking at past records or data sets to look for interesting patterns or relationships. For example, a researcher might access the academic records of all individuals who enrolled in college within the past ten years and...
The Scientific Method02:40

The Scientific Method

Research is what makes the difference between facts and opinions. Facts are observable realities, and opinions are personal judgments, conclusions, or attitudes that may or may not be accurate. In the scientific community, facts can be established only using evidence collected through empirical research.
The Scientific Method01:32

The Scientific Method

The scientific method is a detailed, empirical problem-solving process used by biologists and other scientists. This iterative approach involves formulating a question based on observation, developing a testable potential explanation for the observation (called a hypothesis), making and testing predictions based on the hypothesis, and using the findings to create new hypotheses and predictions.Generally, predictions are tested using carefully-designed experiments. Based on the outcome of these...
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The Scientific Method

Chemistry is an empirical science. Scientists often pose questions to understand the chemistry in everyday life and seek answers to these questions. To achieve this, scientists follow a definitive series of steps that together make up the Scientific Method. This approach involves making observations, asking questions, building a hypothesis, conducting experiments, analyzing results, and forming a conclusion.
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Naturalistic Observations

If you want to understand how behavior occurs, one of the best ways to gain information is to simply observe the behavior in its natural context. However, people might change their behavior in unexpected ways if they know they are being observed. How do researchers obtain accurate information when people tend to hide their natural behavior? As an example, imagine that your professor asks everyone in your class to raise their hand if they always wash their hands after using the restroom. Chances...
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Ethics in Research

Today, scientists agree that good research is ethical in nature and is guided by a basic respect for human dignity and safety. However, this has not always been the case. Modern researchers must demonstrate that the research they perform is ethically sound.

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Action research: what, why and how?

Dineke Vallenga1, Mieke H F Grypdonck, Lucienne J R Hoogwerf

  • 1Kempenhaeghe, Heeze, the Netherlands. dinekevallenga@kpnplanet.nl

Acta Neurologica Belgica
|August 18, 2009
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Summary

Action research empowers practitioners to improve their work through collaborative investigation. This research strategy generates practical knowledge, enhancing problem-solving capacities in healthcare settings.

Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Research
  • Social Sciences

Background:

  • Action research is a methodology where practitioners and researchers collaborate to improve practice.
  • It involves iterative cycles of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting.

Observation:

  • This article provides a comprehensive overview of action research.
  • It covers theoretical underpinnings, historical development, diverse forms, and practical applications.
  • Ethical considerations and rigor in action research are also discussed.

Findings:

  • Action research bridges the gap between theory and practice by creating context-specific knowledge.
  • It enhances the implementation of research findings by ensuring relevance and motivation.
  • This approach fosters sustainable improvements in practitioners' problem-solving skills.

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Implications:

  • Action research offers a valuable framework for evidence-based practice in healthcare.
  • It promotes a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
  • The methodology can lead to more effective and applicable healthcare interventions.