Problem: Research Methods
Using your text, Understanding Research Methods (topics 1 through 8), answer the following questions:
• What is the goal of research in the social sciences?
• How is theory defined?
• What is the difference between induction and deduction? Do researchers use induction or deduction to derive a hypothesis from a theory?
• What is the purpose of a non-experimental study? Are treatments given in non-experimental studies?
• In what type of study is random assignment used?
• Define causal-comparative research. Is it a type of experiment?
• Describe correlational research.
• Explain the difference between quantitative and qualitative research.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.