Week 1 Research Methods

Discussion Questions

1. What are the similarities and differences between Descriptive, Correlational, and Experimental Studies?
2. What are some of the measures used to conduct each of these studies?
3. Why can experimental studies prove causation?
4. Why can't correlational studies prove causation?
5. Classify the research scenarios presented in Table 1.2 on page 15 of your book.
6. What are the steps of Action Research?
7. What is the difference between Formal Research and Action Research (wikki)
8. How can the study of educational research be useful to you as a teacher?