Postmodernists Believe That Science and Reason Are the Keys to Social

question 52

True/False

Postmodernists believe that science and reason are the keys to social progress and increased personal freedom.

Identify and differentiate between various types of questions used in surveys (e.g., loaded, double-barreled, negatively worded).

Recognize the importance of question wording and structure in survey methodology.

Grasp the use of surveys in hypothesis testing and data collection.

Understand how social desirability bias affects survey responses and methods to reduce it.

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Definitions:

Institutional Review Board

An Institutional Review Board (IRB) is a committee established to review and approve research involving human subjects, ensuring that the study is ethical and the rights and welfare of participants are protected.

Ethics Review

A formal examination of research proposals to ensure they meet ethical standards, particularly regarding the treatment of participants and data handling.

Informed Consent

A legal and ethical requirement ensuring individuals are fully aware of and understand the implications of participating in a particular procedure or activity.

Deception

The act of misleading or lying to others, often used as a tactic in research to maintain the integrity of the study’s outcome.