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Research Methods In Special Education Question Paper

Research Methods In Special Education

Course:Bachelor Of Special Needs Education

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2010

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2008/2009
INSTITUTE OF OPEN LEARNING
EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
(SPECIAL EDUCATION)

PSE 402:
RESEARCH IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
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DATE: WEDNESDAY 17TH FEBRUARY 2010
TIME: 2.00 P.M. – 4.00 P.M.

INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION A – SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS

Answer ALL Questions in this section (30 MARKS)

1.
Explain what is meant by 'problem' in research, and outline four sections that are necessary in writing a problem statement? (4 marks)
2.
Explain two limitations of using senses as a method of gathering information, as opposed to the empirical method. (4 marks)
3.
Differentiate between two types of hypothesis. (4 marks)
4.
Explain the difference between the quasi experiment and the true experiment. (4 marks)
5.
a)
In research, there are various techniques of sampling. Distinguish between simple random and stratified random sampling. (4 marks)
b)
What is involved in the snowball sampling technique? (2 marks)
6.
Differentiate between ethnography and case study as methodologies of qualitative research. (4 marks)
7.
There are different methods of data collection, and each has own strengths and limitations
a)
Mention two strengths of the questionnaire. (2 marks)
b)
Give two limitations of the interview. (2 marks)

SECTION B – ESSAY QUESTIONS (40 MARKS)
Answer any TWO of the following questions.
8.
The survey is one of the most commonly used methodology of research. Differentiate the types of surveys, identifying them in terms of the process they follow. (20 marks)
9.
The single subject experiment is a methodology favoured in special education.
a)
Discuss the process of this methodology. (10 marks)
b)
Discuss reasons why the method is especially suitable to research with persons with disabilities. (10 marks)
10.
Ethics constitute a major consideration in special needs research. Single out four ethical issues in special needs, and discuss them in detail. (20 marks)

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