Exploring Research Methods and Validity in the Context of Domestic Violence and Women with Learning Difficulties

Exploring Research Methods and Validity in the Context of Domestic Violence and Women with Learning Difficulties

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of research methods, validity, and reliability of results in the context of domestic violence and women with learning difficulties.

What do you already know about research methods and the validity of research results?

Introduction

Understanding research methods, validity, and reliability of results is crucial for evaluating the suitability of studies. Today, we will explore these concepts in the context of a research article on domestic violence and women with learning difficulties.

Research Article

Title: Domestic Violence and Women with Learning Difficulties
Author: Kent University
Year: 2012-2014
Publisher: NIHR School Social Care Research

Research Methods Used

The research methods used in the article will be explained in detail, highlighting the data usage and its implications.

Validity and Reliability

The concepts of validity and reliability will be discussed, emphasizing their importance in assessing the quality of research results.

Suitability of Research Methods

Evaluate the suitability of the research methods used in the article and provide fully supported judgments.

Reaching Conclusions

Analyze the conclusions reached in the research article based on the methods used, and support your evaluation.

Understanding Data Usage

Ensure a thorough understanding of how data was used in the research article, and its implications on the validity and reliability of the results.

Research Methods Explained

Explain each research method employed in the article, providing examples and discussing their strengths and limitations.

Method 1: Interviews

Discuss the use of interviews in the research, highlighting how they contribute to data collection and any potential limitations.

Method 2: Surveys

Explain the role of surveys in gathering data for the research, emphasizing their benefits and limitations.

Method 3: Observations

Explore the use of observations as a research method in the article, discussing its strengths and limitations.

Method 4: Document Analysis

Highlight the significance of document analysis in the research, focusing on its strengths and potential limitations.

Suitability of Methods

Evaluate the suitability of the research methods used in the article, providing fully supported judgments based on their appropriateness.

Reaching Conclusions

Analyze the conclusions drawn in the research article, considering the suitability of the research methods used, and support your evaluation.

Understanding Validity

Define the concept of validity in research, emphasizing its importance in ensuring accurate and meaningful results.

Types of Validity

Explore the different types of validity, such as internal, external, construct, and ecological validity, and discuss their relevance to the research article.

Evaluating Validity

Demonstrate how to evaluate the validity of research results, considering factors such as bias, sample size, and methodology.

Understanding Reliability

Define the concept of reliability in research, highlighting its importance in producing consistent and dependable results.

Factors Affecting Reliability

Discuss the factors that can influence reliability, such as researcher bias, measurement errors, and sample representativeness.

Evaluating Reliability

Guide students on how to evaluate the reliability of research results, considering factors like consistency, replicability, and inter-rater agreement.

Conclusion

Summarize the key points covered in the lesson and reinforce the importance of understanding research methods, validity, and reliability in analyzing research articles.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.