6.2 Conducting research

• A research question is a concise, focused question that guides the entire research process
• Order the characteristics of a good research question:

  1️⃣ Clear

  2️⃣ Focused

  3️⃣ Researchable

  4️⃣ Relevant

  5️⃣ Interesting
• The Berlin Wall had a significant impact on German identity
• A qualitative research methodology uses methods like interviews, observations, and case studies
• Order the steps in choosing a research methodology:

  1️⃣ Define research question

  2️⃣ Consider available resources

  3️⃣ Identify data type needed

  4️⃣ Select appropriate methodology
• Match the source type with how to gather it:

  Primary ↔️ Conduct interviews, find historical archives

  Secondary ↔️ Search academic databases, review bibliographies
• Secondary sources are interpretations or analyses of primary sources.


  True
• Gathering a diverse range of sources is crucial for building a comprehensive understanding of your research topic.


  True
• Quantitative analysis uses statistical methods to test hypotheses and identify trends.


  True
• A good research question is easily understood without ambiguity.


  True
• A well-designed methodology ensures research is rigorous, reliable, and valid
• Match the source type with how to gather it:

  Primary ↔️ Conduct interviews

  Secondary ↔️ Search academic databases
• What does quantitative analysis apply statistical methods to?

  Numerical data
• What is the final step in the research process?

  Synthesize the findings
• What is the purpose of file management in research?

  Keep digital materials organized
• Techniques for organizing research data:

  1️⃣ File Management

  2️⃣ Spreadsheets

  3️⃣ Mind Mapping

  4️⃣ Note-Taking
• A good research question should be ambiguous.

  False
• An interesting research question motivates further investigation.


  True
• How are German literature and film used to explore the legacy of the Holocaust?

  To examine historical trauma
• Quantitative research emphasizes numerical data and statistical analysis.


  True
• Primary sources include interpretations of original materials.

  False
• Gathering a diverse range of sources is crucial for a comprehensive understanding of your research topic
• Primary sources can be gathered by conducting interviews
• What is the next step after gathering primary and secondary sources?

  Analyze the data and information
• What is the final step in the research process?

  Synthesize the findings
• What does a research methodology outline?

  The overall approach and strategy
• What are primary sources in research?

  First-hand accounts
• Gathering diverse sources is crucial for a comprehensive understanding of research.


  True
• Steps in data analysis and information synthesis:

  1️⃣ Qualitative Analysis

  2️⃣ Quantitative Analysis

  3️⃣ Content Analysis
• Synthesizing findings involves using logical reasoning and critical evaluation
• Citation management tools can automate the citation process.


  True
• What is the purpose of a research question?

  Guides the research process
• Match the characteristic of a research question with its description:

  Clear ↔️ Easily understood without ambiguity

  Focused ↔️ Covers a specific aspect of the topic

  Researchable ↔️ Can be answered through evidence-based research

  Relevant ↔️ Addresses the chosen topic
• What is an example of a research question related to German language and culture?

  How has German influenced English?
• What does a research methodology outline?

  Overall approach and strategy
• What does a mixed methods research methodology combine?

  Qualitative and quantitative data
• What are secondary sources based on?

  Primary sources
• What are primary sources in research?

  First-hand accounts or original materials
• How can secondary sources be gathered effectively?

  Search academic databases
• Qualitative analysis involves identifying themes from non-numerical data like interviews