Research

Items

• cross -sectional research
• cultural-onomastics

  Cultural onomastics is the study of names (onomastics) within cultural contexts.  It explores the significance, origins, and social implications of names in different societies and languages.
• data

  Data refers to raw information or facts collected from various sources.  It can be quantitative (numbers, measurements) or qualitative (descriptive).  Data serves as the foundation for research and analysis.
• data analysis

  Data analysis involves examining, interpreting, and drawing conclusions from collected data.  It includes statistical techniques, visualisation, and pattern recognition.
• data collection

  Data collection is the process of gathering relevant information for research purposes.  It can involve surveys, interviews, observations, or experiments.
• data collection instruments

  Refers to the tools, methods, and devices used to collect data in research studies.
• data editing

  Data editing involves reviewing and cleaning collected data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness.  It eliminates errors and prepare data for analysis.
• data interpretation

  Data interpretation is the process of making sense of collected data.   Researchers analyse patterns, draw conclusions, and provide meaningful insights.
• data mining

  Involves searching and analysing large datasets to identify patterns, trends, and valuable information.
• data presentation

  Data presentation involves visually representing research findings.  It includes graphs, charts, tables, and other formats to communicate results effectively.
• data processing

  It coverts raw data into usable information.  It involves several steps: collection, preparation, input, processing, output, and storage.
• data recording

  Data recording refers to systematically documenting collected data. Proper recording ensures traceability and reproducibility in research.
• data sources

  A data source is the location where data originates.  It can be a database, a flat file, live measurements from physical devices, scraped web data, or any other static or streaming data service.
• declaration

  A declaration is an official statement or announcement.  It can refer to the formal opening of a building, a written message in a book, or a commitment to a cause.
• decoloniality

  Decoloniality is an approach that challenges colonial legacies and seeks to decolonise knowledge production, research methodologies, and perspectives. Efforts to reclaim indigenous languages and traditions
• decolonisation

  Decolonisation is the process by which colonies gain independence from the colonising country.  It can involve peaceful transitions or violent native rebellions.  After World War II, many countries achieved independence from European empires.
• dedication

  Dedication means an inscription or message prefixed to a literary, musical, or artistic work (for example, thesis or dissertation).
• deductive approach

  Deductive approach starts with general principles or theories and derives specific hypotheses or predictions.
• definition of terms

  The definition of terms refers clarifying specific terminology used in a research study.  It ensures that readers understand the meanings of key concepts or terms within the context of the study.
• degree

  A degree represents an academic qualification awarded by a university or college upon successful completion of a course.
• delimitation

  Delimitation refers to setting the boundaries or scope of a research study.  It defines what aspects will be included and excluded from the investigation.
• denotative definition

  A denotative definition provides the literal, objective meaning of a word or concept.  It focuses on the explicit, dictionary-based definition.
• department research committee

  A departmental research committee is a group within an academic department responsible for overseeing research activities.  It evaluates proposals, monitors progress, and ensues ethical compliance.
• dependability

  Dependability refers to the traits of consistency, reliability, and trustworthiness.  It involves being reliable, accountable, and fulfilling assigned tasks without constant supervision.
• dependent variables

  A dependent variable is the outcome or result that changes based on the manipulation of an independent variable in an experiment.  It ‘depends’ on the independent variable.  Researchers measure and analyse dependent variables to understand cause-and-effect relationships.