1. In the two lists given below, List I provides the list of teaching methods, while List II indicates the factors helpful in rendering them effective. Match the two lists and choose the correct answer from the code given below.
List I (Teaching methods) | List II (Factors helpful in making them effective) |
(a) Expository method | (i) Trust and openness in relationship |
(b) Investigative method | (ii) Freedom to choose a theme and scope for frank exchange of ideas |
(c) Discussion method | (iii) Creating a challenge to address the problems |
(d) Personalised method | (iv) Systematic, step-by-step presentation |
| (v) Maximising infrastructural support |
Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(1) (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
(2) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
(3) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v)
(4) (iii) (i) (ii) (iv)
Answer: (1)
2. 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)
Answer: (2)
3. Identify the correct order of the following components which are interrelated in research.
(i) Observation
(ii) Hypothesis making
(iii) Developing concepts
(iv) Deducing the consequences of theories
(v) Methods employed to obtain them
Choose the correct answer from the code given below:
Code:
(1) (v), (iv), (iii), (ii) and (i)
(2) (i), (iii), (ii), (iv) and (v)
(3) (ii), (iii), (i), (iv) and (v)
(4) (iv), (v), (iii), (ii) and (i)
Answer: (2)
(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)
Answer: (1)
List I (Research methods) | List II (Critical features) |
(a) Ex-post facto method | (i) Finding out the status based on a study of a large sample |
(b) Case study method | (ii) Interpretation of thoughts of a great thinker |
(c) Philosophical method | (iii) Intervention based ameliorative approach |
(d) Descriptive survey method | (iv) Causal comparison and correlational studies |
| (v) In-depth study of a unit specified for the purpose |
Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(1) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
(2) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v)
(3) (i) (iii) (ii) (v)
(4) (iv) (v) (ii) (i)
Answer: (4)
6. 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
Answer: (3)
(1) Thesis writing
(2) Writing of a research article
(3) Presentation of a conference paper
(4) Preparing a research synopsis
Answer: (3)
Set – I (Research types) | Set – II (Characteristics) |
(a) Fundamental research | (i) Finding out the extent of perceived impact of an intervention |
(b) Applied research | (ii) Developing an effective explanation through theory building |
(c) Action research | (iii) Improving an existing situation through use of interventions |
(d) Evaluative research | (iv) Exploring the possibility of a theory for use in various situations |
| (v) Enriching technological resources |
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(1) (ii) (iv) (iii) (i)
(2) (v) (iv) (iii) (ii)
(3) (iii) (ii) (iii) (iv)
4 (ii) (iii) (iv) (v)
Answer: (1)
9. 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
Answer: (4)
10. 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.
Answer: (2)
11. 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
Answer: (4)
12. In which of the following activities, potential for nurturing creative and critical thinking is relatively greater?
(1) Preparing research summary
(2) Presenting a seminar paper
(3) Participation in research conference
(4) Participation in a workshop
Answer: (3)
13. In finalizing a thesis writing format which of the following would form part of supplementary pages?
(1) Table of contents
(2) Conclusions of the study
(3) Bibliography and Appendices
(4) List of tables and figures
Answer: (3)
(1) Applied Research
(2) Action Research
(3) Experimental Research
(4) Fundamental Research
Answer: (2)
15. 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
Answer: (2)
16. Which of the following is susceptible to the issue of research ethics?
(1) Faulty research design
(2) Choice of sampling technique
(3) Reporting of research findings
(4) Inaccurate application of statistical techniques
Answer: (3)
(1) Workshop mode
(2) Conference
(3) Symposium
(4) Research Article
Answer: (2)
(1) Number of languages a person speaks
(2) Number of children in a household
(3) Population of cities
(4) Weight of students in a class
Answer: (4)
(1) Reflect, observe, plan, act
(2) Plan, act, observe, reflect
(3) Plan, reflect, observe, act
(4) Act, observe, plan, reflect
Answer: (2)
20. Which sequence of research steps is logical in the list given below?
(1) Problem formulation, Analysis, Development of Research design, Hypothesis making, Collection of data, Arriving at generalizations and conclusions.
(2) Development of Research design, Hypothesis making, Problem formulation, Data analysis, Arriving at conclusions and data collection.
(3) Problem formulation, Hypothesis making, Development of a Research design, Collection of data, Data analysis and formulation of generalizations and conclusions.
(4) Problem formulation, Deciding about the sample and data collection tools, Formulation of hypothesis, Collection and interpretation of research evidence.
Answer: (3)
21. Below are given two sets — research methods (Set-I) and data collection tools (Set-II). Match the two sets and indicate your answer by selecting the correct code:
Set — I (Research Methods) | Set—II (Data Collection Tools) |
a. Experimental method | i. Using primary and secondary sources |
b. Ex post-facto method | ii. Questionnaire |
c. Descriptive survey method | iii. Standardized tests |
d. Historical method | iv. Typical characteristic tests |
| |
Codes:
| a | b | c | d |
(1) | ii | i | iii | iv |
(2) | iii | iv | ii | i |
(3) | ii | iii | i | iv |
(4) | ii | iv | iii | i |
Answer: (2)
22. The issue of 'research ethics' may be considered pertinent at which stage of research?
(1) At the stage of problem formulation and its definition
(2) At the stage of defining the population of research
(3) At the stage of data collection and interpretation
(4) At the stage of reporting the findings.
Answer: (3)
(1) Doctoral level thesis
(2) Conference of researchers
(3) Workshops and seminars
(4) Symposia
Answer: (1)
24. 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
Answer: (3)
25. In a Ph.D. thesis which one is the correct sequence for showing scheme of Chapterisation?
(A) Survey of related studies, Introduction, Design of the study, Data-Analysis and interpretation, Conclusions and generalisations, suggested further study, References,
Appendix
(B) Introduction, Design of study, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Generalizations, Conclusions and Survey of related studies and suggestions for further research, References and Appendix
(C) Introduction, Survey of related studies, Design of study, Data-presentation; analysis & Interpretation, Formulation of generalization & Conclusions, Suggestions for further research, References & Appendix
(D) Survey of related studies, References, Introduction, Design of study, Data analysis and interpretation, Conclusions and generalizations, Suggestions for further research, Appendix
Answer: (C)
26. 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.
Answer: (C)
27. A detailed description of methodology of research is required in
(A) Thesis/Dissertation
(B) Symposium/Workshop
(C) Seminar paper/Articles
(D) Conference and Seminar Papers
Answer: (A)
28 Research ethics has a direct connection more often with which stages of research?
(A) Defining and delimiting the scope of research.
(B) Problem formulation and reporting of research findings.
(C) Defining the population and deciding the sampling technique for research.
(D) Deciding about statistical techniques and data analysis.
Answer: (B)
(A) Consulting an authority
(B) Deductive reasoning
(C) Scientific thinking
(D) Inductive reasoning
Answer: (C)
c.33
30. There are two sets given below, Set-I consists of methods of research and Set-II indicates their procedural characteristics. Match the two sets and choose your answer from the codes given below:
Set – I (Research method) | Set – II (Procedural Characteristics) |
a. Experimental method | i. Interventions to ameliorate a given situation |
b. Expost facto method | ii. Explaining patterns of behaviour in terms of meanings and their representations which people share. |
c. Descriptive method | iii. Manipulating an independent variable in controlled conditions and measuring its effect on dependent variable. |
d. Symbolic interactionism | iv. Depending on primary and secondary sources of data. |
e. Action research | v. Obtaining information concerning the current status of phenomena. |
| vi. Observing the effect on dependent variable and making probes into factors/variables which explain it. |
| vii. Exegetic analysis. |
Codes:
a b c d e
(A) i iii iv v vii
(B) iii iv v vi vii
(C) i ii iii iv v
(D) iii vi v ii i
Answer: (D)
(A) Data collection with standardized research tools.
(B) Sampling design with probability sample techniques.
(C) Data collection with bottom-up empirical evidences.
(D) Data gathering to take with top-down systematic evidences.
Answer: (C)
32. From the following list of statement identify the set, which has negative implications for ‘research ethics ’:
i. A researcher critically looks at the findings of another research.
ii. Related studies are cited without proper references.
iii. Research findings are made the basis for policymaking.
iv. Conduct of practitioner is screened in terms of reported research evidences.
v. A research study is replicated with a view to verify the evidences from other researches.
vi. Both policy making and policy implementing processes are regulated in terms of preliminary studies.
(A) i, ii and iii
(B) ii, iii and iv
(C) ii, iv and vi
(D) i, iii and v
Answer: (C)
(A) The research hypothesis will also be rejected.
(B) The research hypothesis will be accepted.
(C) Both the research hypothesis and the null hypothesis will be rejected.
(D) No decision can be taken in respect of the research hypothesis.
Answer: (B)
34. A research intends to explore the effect of possible factors for the organization of effective mid-day meal interventions. Which research method will be most appropriate for this study?
(A) Historical method
(B) Descriptive survey method
(C) Experimental method
(D) Ex-post facto method
Answer: (D)
35. Which of the following is an initial mandatory requirement for pursuing research?
(A) Developing a research design
(B) Formulating a research question
(C) Deciding about the data analysis procedure
(D) Formulating a research hypothesis
Answer: (B)
(A) Preparation of a research paper/article
(B) Writing of seminar presentation
(C) A research dissertation
(D) Presenting a workshop/conference paper
Answer: (C)
(1) It recognizes knowledge as power.
(2) It emphasises on people as experts.
(3) It is a collective process of enquiry.
(4) Its sole purpose is production of knowledge,
Answer (4) Its sole purpose is production of knowledge,
38 Which of the following statements is true in the context of the testing of a hypothesis ?
(1) It is only the alternative hypothesis, that can be tested.
(2) It is only the null hypothesis, that can be tested.
(3) Both, the alternative and the null hypotheses can be tested.
(4) Both, the alternative and the null hypotheses cannot be tested.
Answer (2) It is only the null hypothesis, that can be tested.
39. 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 :
(1) (a) and (b) (2) (b), (c) and (d)
(3) (c) and (d) (4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer (2) (b), (c) and (d)
40.Which of the following are the characteristics of a seminar ?
(a) It is a form of academic instruction.
(b) It involves questioning, discussion and debates.
(c) It involves large groups of individuals.
(d) It needs involvement of skilled persons.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below :
(1) (b) and (c) (2) (b) and (d)
(3) (b), (c) and (d) (4) (a), (b) and (d)
Answer (4) (a), (b) and (d)
41.A researcher is interested in studying the prospects of a particular political party in an u area. What tool should he prefer for the study ?
(1) Rating scale
(2) Interview
(3) Questionnaire
(4) Schedule
Answer (3) Questionnaire
42.Ethical norms in research do not involve guidelines for :
(1) Thesis format
(2) Copyright
(3) Patenting policy
(4) Data sharing policies
Answer (1) Thesis format
43. Which of the following steps are required to design a questionnaire?
(a) Writing primary and secondary aims of the study.
(b) Review of the current literature.
(c) Prepare a draft of questionnaire.
(d) Revision of the draft.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (a), (b) and (c)
(C) (a), (c) and (d)
(D) (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: (A)
44. The conclusions/findings of which type of research cannot be generalized to other situations?
(A) Causal Comparative Research
(B) Historical Research
(C) Descriptive Research
(D) Experimental Research
Answer: (B)
45. Techniques used by a teacher to teach include:
(a) Lecture
(b) Interactive lecture
(c) Group work
(d) Self study
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (a), (b) and (d)
(B) (a), (b) and (c)
(C) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(D) (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: (B)
46. A good thesis writing should involve:
(a) Reduction of punctuation and grammatical errors to a minimum.
(b) Careful checking of references.
(c) Consistency in the way the thesis is written.
(d) A clear and well written abstract.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(C) (a), (b) and (c)
(D) (a), (b) and (d)
Answer: (B)
47. Which of the following statements regarding the meaning of research are correct?
(a) Research refers to a series of systematic activity or activities undertaken to find out the solution of a problem.
(b) It is a systematic, logical and an unbiased process wherein verification of hypothesis, data analysis, interpretation and formation of principles can be done.
(c) It is an intellectual enquiry or quest towards truth.
(d) It leads to enhancement of knowledge.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (a), (b) and (c)
(C) (b), (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (c) and (d)
Answer: (A)
48. Jean Piaget gave a theory of cognitive development of humans on the basis of his:
(A) Evaluation Research
(B) Fundamental Research
(C) Applied Research
(D) Action Research
Answer: (B)
49. "Male and female students perform equally well in a numerical aptitude test." This statement indicates a:
(A) Statistical hypothesis
(B) Research hypothesis
(C) Null hypothesis
(D) Directional hypothesis
Answer: (C)
50. Who among the following propounded the concept of paradigm?
(A) Peter Haggett
(B) Von Thunen
(C) Thomas Kuhn
(D) John K. Wright
Answer: (C)
0 Comments