Section: Module 2: Lesson 3: Research Hypotheses | Research Methods for Health Sciences | NextGenU.org
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Student Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the common types of research hypotheses for health research.
- Differentiate qualitative and quantitative research hypotheses.
- Formulate clear and practicable quantitative and qualitative research hypotheses.
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Required Learning Resources and Activities
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Read the entire page. (1 minute)
Austin Peay State University - 2021
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Read the content under the heading "Quantitative Research Questions and Hypotheses" on pages 132 to 136, and "Mixed Methods Research Questions and Hypotheses" on pages 138 to 143. (30 minutes)
Sage Publishing. - 2008
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Read the following sections:
Abstract
3.3.What Is a Research Hypothesis?
3.4. Analogical Arguments in Support of Using Hypotheses
3.5. Can a Hypothesis Be “Tested” in Qualitative Research?
4. The Process of Developing and Using Hypotheses in Qualitative Research. (15 minutes)MDPI or Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute - 2019
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Read the content under the sections: "Formulating Hypotheses" and "Variables of Interest". (7 minutes)
University of Central Arkansas - 2013
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In this activity, you will build on previous work and write quantitative and qualitative research hypotheses for your research proposal.
Step 1: Review
Review the Section on Formulating Hypotheses.
Step 2: Respond
Recalling your research problem, which you formulated in Module 2 Lesson 1:
- Write at least two hypotheses to predict the result of your research. Make sure to have at least one qualitative and quantitative hypothesis.
- For each hypothesis, write a 50-150 word paragraph explaining the rationale for the prediction.
Step 3: Self-Analysis and Enhancement
Before you submit, engage in an introspective self-analysis by systematically reviewing each component of your work. Reflect on what aspects of your work were executed well and what could be enhanced. Proceed to refine these elements in your work.
Step 4: Submit
To submit your work, click on the “Reply” button under this post and paste your work in the “Message” box. Make sure to reference others’ intellectual property when necessary. All references should follow 7th Edition APA formatting. For further instructions, see the resource on the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library: APA citation resource (N.B. references are excluded from word counts).
OPTIONAL Step 5: Interact (10 minutes)
If you would like to, you can reply to your peers' posts in a respectful and professional manner. Ensure that your post engages your peers' ideas by including a reflection on their comments, sharing ideas of other potential difficulties and parties involved, or asking thought-provoking questions. If a peer comments on your posting, please reply. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.”
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Quiz: Module 2
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TO PASS THIS QUIZ, YOU MUST OBTAIN A SCORE OF 12/15
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Recommended Additional Readings
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- Describe the common types of research hypotheses for health research.