Research Methods Question Paper

Research Methods

Course:Bachelor Of Environmental Studies

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2009

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2008/2009
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

EED 305:
RESEARCH METHODS

DATE: Monday 30th
March,
2009
TIME:
11.00-1.00pm

INSTRUCTIONS
Answer Question ONE and Any other THREE
Q1. a)
Distinguish between Inductive and Deductive modes of research and

briefly discuss the criticism (s) leveled against each as a means of

arriving at a solution to an environmental Problem
[ 15 Marks]

b)
Outline the major steps in scientific method o inquiry and explain why this
approach is regarded in solving Environmental Education problems.

[ 10Marks]
Q2.
a)
Use appropriate examples to explain what each of the following
research
types
involves
i)
Historical research
ii)
Descriptive research
iii)
Experimental

research [9
Marks]

b)
In your opinion what are the advantage(s) of descriptive research over
Historical
research

[6
Marks]

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Q3.
a)
Explain what each of the following research terms mean
i)
Independent variable
ii)
Contamination variable
iii)
Howthorne effect .

iv)
Internal
validity

[
10
Marks]

b)
Using appropriate examples describe four ways through which the internal

validity of experiment could be threatened suggesting in each case how

the threat could be overcome.
[
5
Marks]

Q4.
Discuss the reasons why control of variables in an experimental research is
currently heavily criticized and suggest ways of overcoming the criticisms cited..

[ 15 Marks]

Q5.
Assuming that you have been appointed an officer in charge research grant in a
District, discuss what would consider as qualities of a good research report

[ 15 Marks]

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