Question 1

Most counselors are scientists-practitioners (researchers first, practitioners second).

Accepted Answer

Most counselors follow the scientist-practitioner model, which emphasizes both research and practice equally, rather than prioritizing one over the other.

Question 2

Some counselors resist conducting research into their practice because philosophically, they do not believe the process of counseling is quantifiable.

Accepted Answer

Many counselors believe that the therapeutic process is too individualized and nuanced to be accurately measured or quantified through traditional research methods, leading to resistance in conducting research into their practice.

Question 3

Qualitative studies use statistical procedures to determine relationships between variables.

Accepted Answer

Qualitative studies primarily use non-numerical data and analyses to explore concepts, understand phenomena, or answer questions about experiences, meanings, and relationships without employing statistical procedures.

Question 4

In quantitative studies, the effect size helps readers know if the study's results have practical (rather than just statistical) significance.

Accepted Answer

Effect size measures the magnitude of the difference or relationship in a study, helping to understand if the findings have real-world, practical significance beyond just statistical significance.

Question 5

Because the statistical tests and study design in many published articles are so complex, the authors recommend skipping the methodology and results sections of journal articles entirely, relying on the introduction and discussion to give the reader everything s/he needs to know.

Accepted Answer

Understanding the methodology and results sections is crucial for critically evaluating the validity, reliability, and applicability of the research findings. Skipping these sections would prevent readers from assessing the study's quality and the evidence supporting the conclusions.

Question 6

List and describe some of the external (reactive) and internal (proactive) pressures that counselors might have to conduct their own research into their counseling effectiveness

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Question 7

Compare and contrast the relative strengths and limitations, as well as the potential utility of the findings for counselors in practice, of efficacy, effectiveness, and qualitative research studies.

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Question 8

Why is it important for counselors to understand not just whether the findings of a study have statistical significance, but why it has practical significance as well? Make up an example of a study that could illustrate this distinction.

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Question 9

Compare and contrast the arguments of those who believe counselors should work from a specific theoretical basis with those who believe that counselors should learn many theories and combine aspects of them in their work.

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Question 10

There are four major types of program evaluations: context evaluation (needs assessment), input evaluation, process evaluation, and product evaluation. Choose two of these types, describe what is meant by the term, and offer suggestions about how counselors might use this type of evaluation to inform their practice.

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Quiz 7: How Do Counselors Use Research