Introduction To Research Methods (Dhtm 044) Question Paper
Introduction To Research Methods (Dhtm 044)
Course:Education
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2012
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer any four questions
Question One
Define the following terms.
Scientific Research.
(2 marks)
Authoritarian mode
(2 marks)
Discuss the important of research in tourism and hospitality industry.
(11 marks)
Question Two
Describe the five characteristics of a research problem.
(5 marks)
Evaluate the role of an up-to-date literature review in any research study.
(10 marks)
Question Three
Discuss the different stages of a scientific research process.
(9 marks)
Explain any three data collection instruments used in conducting a research study.
(6 marks)
Question Four
Using examples evaluate the usage of any six types of sampling methods.
(15 marks)
Question Five
Discuss the ethical issues a researcher should consider when conducting a research study. (15 marks)
Question Six
Define the following term.
Qualitative paradigm.
(2 marks)
Explain how any four qualitative methodologies in research can be used to study topical areas in tourism and hospitality.
(9 marks)
Briefly discuss the levels of measurement in research.
(4 marks)
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