Berbagai Metode Penelitian (Part 2)

Summary

In this session, the video explores transformative and pragmatic research paradigms, emphasizing their application in education and development. It highlights various research methods, such as evaluation studies, policy research, and historical research, which utilize both quantitative and qualitative data. The pragmatic paradigm, which combines methods like Convergent Parallel Design, Explanatory Sequential Design, and Exploratory Sequential Design, is discussed for its flexibility. Additionally, it covers education-focused research methods, including Research and Development, Design Research, and Classroom Action Research, with a focus on improving teaching practices and creating educational tools. The session aims to enhance understanding of these methods for valid and impactful research conclusions.

Takeaways

• 😀 Research in the transformative paradigm uses both hard data (quantitative) and soft data (qualitative) depending on the research question and context.
• 😀 Evaluation research and policy research are key methods within the transformative paradigm, incorporating both numerical and qualitative data for analysis.
• 😀 Historical research is also part of the transformative paradigm and can use either hard or soft data to understand the past.
• 😀 The pragmatic paradigm recognizes the strengths and weaknesses of different research paradigms and aims to combine them for more comprehensive research.
• 😀 Mixed methods research is a hallmark of the pragmatic paradigm, combining both quantitative (hard data) and qualitative (soft data) approaches in one study.
• 😀 There are three primary designs within mixed methods research: convergent, explanatory sequential, and exploratory sequential designs.
• 😀 In convergent design, quantitative and qualitative data are collected simultaneously and analyzed together to draw conclusions.
• 😀 In explanatory sequential design, quantitative data is collected and analyzed first, followed by qualitative research to elaborate on the initial findings.
• 😀 In exploratory sequential design, qualitative data is collected first to inform the development of quantitative instruments, followed by data collection and analysis.
• 😀 Other research methods specific to education include product-based research, development research, and design research, which focus on creating and testing educational products or programs.

Q & A

What are the key characteristics of the transformative research paradigm?

The transformative research paradigm includes both quantitative (hard data) and qualitative (soft data) methods. It emphasizes flexibility in data collection, choosing methods based on the research problem.

What types of research methods fall under the transformative paradigm?

Research methods under the transformative paradigm include evaluation research, policy research, and historical research. These methods use both hard and soft data depending on the context of the research.

What is the purpose of policy research within the transformative paradigm?

Policy research is aimed at providing a foundation for making policy decisions, using either numerical (hard) data or qualitative (soft) data like interviews and observations.

How does historical research fit within the transformative paradigm?

Historical research within the transformative paradigm can use both hard and soft data. It seeks to explore past events from different perspectives and may involve diverse data sources.

What is the main idea behind the pragmatic research paradigm?

The pragmatic research paradigm emphasizes combining the strengths of multiple research approaches. It recognizes that each research method has its advantages and disadvantages, and thus, combines qualitative and quantitative methods for a more comprehensive study.

What is mixed methods research in the context of the pragmatic paradigm?

Mixed methods research combines both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis. It involves using different data types and combining them to draw conclusions, often through designs like convergent, explanatory sequential, or exploratory sequential.

What is the convergent design in mixed methods research?

In convergent design, both quantitative and qualitative data are collected simultaneously. These data are then analyzed together to reach conclusions.

What does the explanatory sequential design entail?

The explanatory sequential design starts with collecting and analyzing quantitative (hard data) first. Afterward, qualitative research is conducted to follow up on the quantitative findings and to provide further insights.

How does the exploratory sequential design work?

The exploratory sequential design begins with qualitative data collection, followed by the development of quantitative instruments based on the qualitative findings. The results from both data types are then analyzed together.

What is classroom action research, and how does it differ from traditional research methods?

Classroom action research is focused on improving teaching practices rather than generating scientific discoveries. It involves educators researching their own teaching methods to enhance the learning environment, making it distinct from traditional research aimed at producing academic findings.