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A Practical Guide to Writing Quantitative and Qualitative Research Questions and Hypotheses in Scholarly Articles
Edward Barroga1, Glafera Janet Matanguihan2
1Department of General Education, Graduate School of Nursing Science, St. Luke's International University, Tokyo, Japan. edward-barroga@slcn.ac.jp.
Journal of Korean Medical Science
|April 26, 2022
Summary
Developing clear research questions and hypotheses is crucial for defining study objectives, guiding research design, and ensuring trustworthy outcomes with significant health implications.
Area of Science:
- Scientific methodology
- Research design
Background:
- Research questions and hypotheses are foundational to scientific inquiry.
- Their development is informed by current trends and technological advancements.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the critical role of research questions and hypotheses in scientific studies.
- To emphasize how these elements shape study objectives, design, and outcomes.
Main Methods:
- The abstract describes a conceptual framework for research development.
- It outlines the progression from descriptive to inferential research questions.
- It details the function of hypotheses as formal predictions.
Main Results:
- Well-defined research questions and hypotheses are essential for focused inquiry.
- Specific and concise questions provide a clear basis for hypothesis formulation.
- Hypotheses predict potential outcomes regarding group relationships.
Conclusions:
- Clear research questions and hypotheses are prerequisites for defining study purpose and objectives.
- These elements directly influence study design, direction, and ultimately, trustworthy outcomes.
- Studies rooted in robust questions and hypotheses yield results with broad social and health implications.
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