Sas 201: Introduction To Research Methods Question Paper
Sas 201: Introduction To Research Methods
Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Linguistics
Institution: Rongo University question papers
Exam Year:2017
Answer question one and any other two
1.You have been asked to conduct a study on the topic 'curbing students unrest'
a)Develop a researchable title for the topic above(2mks)
b)List three questions and three objectives that might guide your research (6mks)
c)Explain the type of data you will collect and the tools you would employ(8mks)
d)How can you justify the selection of this topic?(4mks)
e)Explain the five factors to consider when planning for data collection (10mks)
2.a.Define the term research highlighting two key features of social science research(5mks)
b.Explain three research paradigms that can be adopted in social science research showing their strengths and shortcomings (15mks)
3.Briefly discuss the following research terms
a.Data and information (6mks)
b.Objectivity and subjectivity (6mks)
c.Plagiarism and triangulation (4mks)
d.Population and sample(4mks)
4.Identify the strengths and weaknesses of any two data collection methodologies you have studied in this course(20mks)
5.a.Examine three factors to consider when reviewing literature (10mks)
b.A successful research is an ethical exercise. Discuss (10mks)
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