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correlational study
Correlational study is a research design that involves taking a random sample from a population and then measuring some variables; also known as an observational study.
Variables
A variable is a measurable characteristic or attribute that can take on different values across cases (i.e., observational units such as people, companies, or time points). Types of Variables Variables can be classified by the type of values they ...
Observations
In research, observations—also called, cases, objects, or research units—are the entities that a study focuses on. They are the “things” about which data are collected and analyzed. Depending on the discipline and research question, observations may ...
Objects (in Research)
Objects (in Research) In research, objects—also called cases or research units—are the entities that a study focuses on. They are the “things” about which data are collected and analyzed. Depending on the discipline and research question, objects may ...
Cases
In research, cases—also called objects or research units—are the entities that a study focuses on. They are the “things” about which data are collected and analyzed. Depending on the discipline and research question, cases may be individuals, groups, ...