Research Approaches For Student Performance
A researcher wants to determine how study time influences student test scores. Which of the following approaches would be most effective for gathering this information?
A
Observing students during study periods and test-taking sessions at school
B
Evaluating students throughout middle school to determine changes in their study habits
C
Collecting data by asking students how long they study and reviewing their test scores
D
Examining data for cause-and-effect relationships between study time and test scores