Research & Content Development Flashcards
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Which research method involves immersing yourself in a community or environment to gather firsthand observational data?
Answer: Ethnographic research
Ethnographic research involves firsthand observation within a natural setting to understand behaviors and culture.
When writing a literature review, what is the primary goal?
Answer: To synthesize existing research and identify gaps
A literature review synthesizes existing scholarship and highlights what remains unknown or under-explored.
What distinguishes a primary source from a secondary source?
Answer: Primary sources are firsthand accounts or original data
Primary sources provide original, firsthand evidence such as interviews, raw data, or original creative works.
A content brief typically includes which of the following?
Answer: Target audience, key messages, and SEO keywords
A content brief outlines the strategic parameters—audience, objectives, keywords, and tone—to guide the writer.
Which technique helps writers avoid unconscious bias when conducting interviews?
Answer: Open-ended neutral questions
Open-ended neutral questions allow interviewees to respond freely without being steered toward a particular answer.
What is 'triangulation' in the context of research?
Answer: Verifying findings using multiple independent sources or methods
Triangulation strengthens research credibility by cross-checking findings through multiple methods or sources.
When should a writer use a fact-checking step during content development?
Answer: Before publication, as part of the editorial process
Fact-checking should occur before publication to prevent the spread of inaccurate information.