Research: a way of thinking
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When can a research study be classified as "pure research"?
When can a research study be classified as applied research?
When can a research study be classified as "Qualitative research"?
-When it follows an open, flexible and unstructured approach
-When it tries to explore diversity as opposed to quantity
-When the emphasis is on narration, description and on feelings, opinions and experiences rather than measurement
-No or less emphasis on generalisation
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When can a research study be classified as "Quantitative research"?
-When it follows a quantitative or structured approach
-When it quantifies the variation in a phenomenon.
-When focus is on the measurement of variables and objectivity of the process
-Importance of a large sample size
-Validity and reliability of findings are very important
-Conclusions can be generalised
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