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Introduction To Research Methods B(Sost 202) Question Paper

Introduction To Research Methods B(Sost 202)

Course:Education

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2013

TIME : 2 HOURS

Instructions:
Answer any four questions in the answer booklet provided.
Question One
Define the following terms as used in the course
Research.
(2mks)
Literature review.
(2mks)
Sampling.
(2mks)
Review of related literature plays a critical role in any research. Evaluate this statement.
(10mks)

Question Two
Why is it necessary for a researcher to pilot questionnaires?
(3mks)
State two characteristics of qualitative research.
(2mks)
Discuss the purpose of research.
(10mks)

Question Three
Briefly explain any five sources of a researchable problem.
(5mks)
Explain five reasons why every researcher should prepare a research proposal before embarking on an actual project.
(10mks)

Question Four
Discuss three key issues in research. (15mks)

Question Five
Briefly explain five critical considerations when selecting and constructing research instruments.
(5mks)
Discuss any five non-probability sampling designs common in research.
(10mks)

Question Six
Identify any two types of research.
(2mks)
Outline three advantages and two disadvantages of sampling in research.
(5mks)
Describe four properties of scientific research.
(8mks)

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