Descriptive research seeks to depict what already exists in a group or population.
A variable is something that can be changed, such as a characteristic or value.
Cross-sectional research takes place at a single point in time.
Longitudinal research is a study that takes place over a period of time.
causation One of the most important distinctions to make when discussing the relationship between variables is the meaning.
A correlation is the measurement of the relationship between two variables.
Hi Katie, according to the definetions of the retypes of research given above, might you spare an example for me? For the sake of a better understanding!
ReplyDeleteDescriptive research- studies do not seek to measure the effect of a variable; they seek only to describe.
Deletecross-section-All tests, measures, or variables are administered to participants on one occasion
longitudinal research:Data is first collected at the outset of the study.
These researches are very interesting. But here's a friendly advice, you should put examples as in like pictures, videos, or links to websites so I can get more information on these types of researches. Overall, good job and next time, try to elaborate on them more! Thank you! -Stephanie <3
ReplyDeleteHey Katie, I don't think we have discussed cross-sectional research in class before. Other than that, I think that this information will help me study for sure.
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