PR1-5-Quantitative-Research

regular concised flashcards with their definitions and terms

quantitative research

utilizes deductive reasoning. usually starts with a theory or hypothesis. it is based on large sample sizes that are representative of populations and can be replicated. it collects numerical data.

reliability in quanti research

refers to consistency, stability and repeatability of research findings. it is generalized in other situations or populations

validity in quanti research

study accurately measures what it’s intend to measure

generalization in quanti research

extending research findings in from sample to a larger population or to other settings and contexts. allows researchers to make inferences