KNES 297 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Scientific Method
20 Feb 2017
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Research using human and animal models, tissue, and cell cultures, computer modeling, and advanced statistical procedures. Intent: to use processes and methods based on the scientific method to generate questions or identify problems and find answers solutions. Fundamental research; expand knowledge base by formulating, evaluating, or expanding a theory. There is minimal or no concern for the practical application of the information learned. Theoretical concepts are tested in real world situations. Find solutions to an immediate practical problem. Results of applied research are intended to be generalized and extended to the target population. Designed for collection and analysis of numerical data typically obtained from subjects through direct testing or questionnaires. Uses extensive observations and interviews to provide nonnumeric data obtained in natural environments. Constructionist perspective- meaning and reality are situation specific, and allow for many different interpretations. Categorization or data into trends and patterns. Illustrates specific characteristics about a question or problem. Does not require manipulation of the experimental variables.
