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The Influence Of Language On Research Results

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  • Emad ABU-SHANAB

    (MIS Department, IT College, Yarmouk University, Irbis, Jordan)

  • Khalil Md NOR

    (Faculty of Management, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia)

Abstract

Research results are our tool for approaching reality and truth. Validity and reliability of research instruments is the gate to reach generalizable results. The validity and reliability of an instrument are important aspects that allow for using the instrument in future research. This study tried to investigate if language influences the results of a survey applied to students in two languages (Arabic and English). The study utilized responses from (239) students from a Jordanian public university. Results indicated a significant difference between the means of the Arabic and English language surveys used. Results and conclusions are reported.

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  • Emad ABU-SHANAB & Khalil Md NOR, 2013. "The Influence Of Language On Research Results," Management Research and Practice, Research Centre in Public Administration and Public Services, Bucharest, Romania, vol. 5(4), pages 37-48, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:rom:mrpase:v:5:y:2013:i:4:p:37-48
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