MArch Master of Architecture Master of Architecture: Research Methods for Architecture 5

Question 1

Which concept describes the ethical principle that research participants must be fully informed about the study before agreeing to take part?

Accepted Answer

Informed consent

Answer

Informed consent ensures participants understand the study's purpose, procedures, risks, and their right to withdraw before agreeing to participate.

Question 2

In Space Syntax research, 'integration' measures:

Accepted Answer

How accessible a space is relative to all other spaces in a network

Answer

Integration in Space Syntax quantifies the relative depth of a space within a spatial network, predicting movement flows and social interaction patterns.

Question 3

Which qualitative method would be most appropriate for understanding how an architect's personal life experiences shaped their design philosophy?

Accepted Answer

Narrative inquiry

Answer

Narrative inquiry explores how individuals construct meaning from their life experiences through storytelling, making it ideal for understanding personal and professional identity.

Question 4

When comparing multiple precedent buildings to identify common spatial strategies, a researcher is using:

Accepted Answer

Comparative case analysis

Answer

Comparative case analysis systematically examines similarities and differences across multiple cases to derive broader patterns or typologies.

Question 5

In quantitative architectural research, a p-value less than 0.05 conventionally indicates:

Accepted Answer

The result is statistically significant and unlikely due to chance

Answer

A p-value below 0.05 means there is less than a 5% probability that the observed result occurred by chance, meeting the conventional threshold for statistical significance.

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MArch Master of Architecture Master of Architecture: Research Methods for Architecture 5