ICF Research Methods & Evidence-Based Practice 2

Question 1

In coaching research, what does a 'control group' allow researchers to do?

Accepted Answer

Compare outcomes between those who received coaching and those who did not

Answer

A control group provides a baseline comparison so researchers can attribute outcome differences to the coaching intervention rather than other factors.

Question 2

Which type of validity refers to whether a study's findings can be generalized to other populations or settings?

Accepted Answer

External validity

Answer

External validity concerns the generalizability of research findings beyond the specific sample and setting studied.

Question 3

A coach uses a validated psychometric tool to measure client resilience. This practice is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Evidence-based assessment

Answer

Using validated psychometric tools reflects evidence-based assessment, grounding coaching practice in scientifically supported measurement.

Question 4

When reviewing coaching outcome studies, a practitioner finds that most use self-report measures. What is the primary limitation of this?

Accepted Answer

Responses may be influenced by social desirability bias

Answer

Social desirability bias occurs when participants answer in ways they believe are expected or favorable rather than truthfully.

Question 5

Which research design is most appropriate when a coach-researcher wants to deeply explore a client's lived experience of transformation?

Accepted Answer

Phenomenological qualitative study

Answer

Phenomenological qualitative research is designed to explore the subjective, lived experiences of individuals in depth.

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ICF Research Methods & Evidence-Based Practice 2