Onderzoeksinterventie

Onderzoeksinterventie refers to a planned action or series of actions implemented within a research study to investigate its effects on a particular outcome. It is a core component of many research designs, particularly experimental and quasi-experimental studies, where the goal is to establish a causal relationship between the intervention and the observed results.

The intervention is typically designed based on existing theories or prior research and aims to introduce a change or a treatment to a specific group or system. This change can be anything from a new educational program, a therapeutic technique, a policy modification, or a technological innovation. The key characteristic is that it is deliberately introduced by the researchers.

Researchers carefully define the intervention, its duration, intensity, and the target population. They then compare the outcomes of the group receiving the intervention (the intervention group) with those of a control group that does not receive the intervention, or receives a standard treatment or placebo. This comparison allows researchers to determine whether the observed differences are attributable to the intervention itself, rather than other factors.

The effectiveness and impact of an onderzoeksinterventie are rigorously evaluated through data collection and analysis. The findings from such studies can inform decision-making in various fields, including healthcare, education, social policy, and business, by providing evidence-based insights into what works and why.