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[11/2, 8:50 AM] Sajan Sir: Reseàrch Question 1.11.19

*Mailed questionnaire, observation, interview and collective questionnaire are instances of:*

(1) Secondary sources

(2) Personal sources

(3) Primary sources

(4) Tertiary sources
[11/2, 5:22 PM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 2.11.19 (UGC-NET June 2019)

*The formulation of a research problem can be compared to:*

(1) Laying the foundation of a building.

(2) Building the walls of a home.

(3) Polishing the doors of a building.

(4) Constructing the ceiling of a house.
[11/3, 11:52 AM] Sajan Sir: Reseàrch Question 3.11.19

*During research, while recording observation if an observer rates an individual based on the rating given in another aspect of the interaction, this is termed as the:*

(1) Evaluation effect

(2) Error of central tendency

(3) Halo effect

(4) Categorical effect
[11/5, 1:23 AM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 4.11.19

*Computation of inter quartile range is possible except___________type 
of measurement.*

A. Nominal 

B. Continuous Variable

C. Interval 

D. Ratio
[11/5, 8:20 AM] Sajan Sir: Reseàrch Question 5.11.19

*Tertiary source of data is:*

(1) Films, hoardings and posters.

(2) Government gazette, newspapers and magazines.

(3) Information derived from both primary and secondary sources.

(4) Data collected from policy papers.
[11/6, 7:37 AM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 6.11.19

*Which type of evaluation focusses on the identification of deficiencies and difficulties of the learner?*

(1) Summative evaluation

(2) Follow up evaluation

(3) Diagnostic evaluation

(4) Criterion—referenced evaluation
[11/8, 10:06 AM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 8.11.19

*Bibliography given in a research report:*

(1) Helps those interested in further research.

(2) Shows the vast knowledge of the researcher.

(3) Makes the report authentic.

(4) Is an optional part of the report.
[11/10, 7:08 PM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 10.11.19

*Below are given statements pertaining to evaluation systems. Identify those which correctly explain them.*

(i) Criterion-Referenced Testing (CRT) focuses on a delimited domain of learning tasks.

(ii) Norm-Referenced Testing (NRT) requires a clearly defined group.

(iii) Formative tests are given at the end of a course.

(iv) Both Norm-Referenced Testing (NRT) and Criterion-Referenced Testing (CRT) use the same type of test items.

(v) Summative tests are used regularly during teaching transactions.

(vi) Mastery tests are examples of Norm-Referenced Testing.

Choose the correct answer from the code given below:

Code:

(1) (i), (ii) and (iii)

(2) (i), (ii) and (iv)

(3) (iv), (v) and (vi)

(4) (ii), (v) and (vi)
[11/12, 7:49 AM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 12.11.19

*In the list given below, identify those statements which correctly describe the meaning and characteristics of research.*

(i) Research is a method of improving our common sense.

(ii) Deductive and inductive methods get integrated in a research process.

(iii) Research is creativity and charisma.

(iv) Research is the use of scientific method to provide answers to meaningful questions.

(v) Method of consulting and using experience is called research.

(vi) The answers provided by research can be empirically verified.

Choose the correct answer from the code given below:

Code:

(1) (ii), (iv) and (vi)

(2) (i), (ii) and (iii)

(3) (iv), (v) and (vi)

(4) (i), (iii) and (v)
[11/13, 10:14 PM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 13.11.19

*A researcher uses parametric test in lieu of non-parametric test for analysis and interpretation of results. This may be described as a case of*

(1) Unethical research practice

(2) Malpractice in reporting of results

(3) Technical lapse in handling data

(4) Manipulation of research results
[11/15, 7:37 AM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 14.11.19

*Which of the following provides more latitude to the researcher for creative expression ?*

(1) Thesis writing

(2) Writing of a research article

(3) Presentation of a conference paper

(4) Preparing a research synopsis
[11/15, 6:15 PM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 15.11.19

*The problem of ‘research ethics’ is concerned with which aspect of research activities?*

(1) Following the prescribed format of a thesis

(2) Data analysis through qualitative or quantitative technique

(3) Defining the population of research

(4) Evidence based research reporting
[11/16, 9:44 AM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 16.11.19

*Which of the sets of activities best indicate the cyclic nature of action research strategy?*

(1) Reflect, Observe, Plan, Act

(2) Observe, Act, Reflect, Plan

(3) Act, Plan, Observe, Reflect

(4) Plan, Act, Observe, Reflect
[11/17, 9:17 AM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 17.11.19

*Which of the following sequence of research steps is nearer to scientific method?*

(1) Suggested solution of the problem, Deducing the consequences of the solution, Perceiving the problem situation, Location of the difficulty and testing the solutions.

(2) Perceiving the problem situation, Locating the actual problem and its definition, Hypothesizing, Deducing the consequences of the suggested solution and Testing the hypothesis in action.

(3) Defining a problem, Identifying the causes of the problem, Defining a population, Drawing a sample, Collecting data and Analysing results.

(4) Identifying the causal factors, Defining the problem, Developing a hypothesis, Selecting a sample, Collecting data and arriving at generalization and Conclusions.
[11/18, 7:46 PM] Sajan Sir: Research Question 18.11.19

*Artifacts that arise and affect the internal validity in research are:*

(a) History

(b) Randomization

(c) Maturity

(d) Instrumentation

(e) Experimental mortality

(f) Matching

1. (a), (b), (c) and (d)

2. (b), (c), (d) and (f)

3. (a), (c), (d) and (e)

4. (d), (e), (f) and (b)
[11/19, 11:41 PM] Sajan Sir: Research  Question 19.11.19

*The components of a research design are:*

(a) Comparison
(b) Control
(c) Reactivity
(d) Manipulation
(e) Non representativeness
(f) Generalization

1. (c), (d), (e) and (f)

2. (a), (c), (e) and (f)

3. (b), (c), (d) and (e)

4. (a), (b), (d) and (f)
[11/21, 7:41 AM] Sajan Sir: Research  Question  21.11.19

*Which of the following research types focuses on ameliorating the prevailing situations?*

(1) Applied Research

(2) Action Research

(3) Experimental Research

(4) Fundamental Research
[11/22, 8:23 PM] Sajan Sir: Research  Question  22.11.19

 *A researcher attempts to evaluate the effect of method of feeding on anxiety – proneness children. Which method of research would be appropriate for this?*

(1) Experimental method

(2) Ex-post-facto method

(3) Survey method

(4) Case study method
[11/23, 10:16 PM] Sajan Sir: Research Question  23.11.19

*On the basis of summative tests, a teacher is interpreting his/her students, performance in terms of their wellness life style evident in behaviour. This will be called:*

(1) Continuous and comprehensive evaluation

(2) Norm – referenced testing

(3) Criterion – referenced testing

(4) Formative testing
[11/24, 8:47 AM] Sajan Sir: Research  Question  24.11.19

*The principal of a school conducts an interview session of teachers and students with a view to explore the possibility of their enhanced participation in school programmes. This endeavour may be related to which type of research?*

(1) Evaluation Research

(2) Fundamental Research

(3) Action Research

(4) Applied Research
[11/25, 8:51 AM] Sajan Sir: Research  Question  25.11.19

*Which of the following is not the critical feature of qualitative research?*

(A) Actual settings are the direct source of data.

(B) Data take the forms of words or pictures.

(C) Seeking to establish relationships among measured social facts.

(D) Researcher becomes immersed in the situation, present or past related to the phenomena.
[11/26, 11:32 AM] Sajan Sir: Research Question  26.11.19

*Which of the following are the basic rules of APA style of referencing format?*

(a) Italicize titles of shorter works such as journal articles or essays

(b) Invert authors’ names (last name first)

(c) Italicize titles of longer works such as books and journals

(d) Alphabetically index reference list

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(A) (a) and (b)

(B) (b), (c) and (d)

(C) (c) and (d)

(D) (a), (b), (c) and (d)

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