Research Methods and Data Collection

The video tutorial explains the process of creating a research design, which is a plan for answering a research question using empirical data. It covers the key steps involved, including defining research aims, choosing a research approach (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods), selecting participants, and determining data collection and analysis methods. The tutorial provides guidance on making informed choices at each step, using an example research problem to illustrate the process. By the end, viewers will have a clear plan for collecting and analyzing data.

What is the primary purpose of a research design?

• To create a hypothesis

• To publish research findings

• To answer a research question using empirical data

• To conduct a literature review

Which research approach focuses on numbers and statistics?

• Descriptive

• Qualitative

• Quantitative

• Mixed methods

In qualitative research, which design might you choose to explore a specific context?

• Longitudinal design

• Case study design

• Survey design

• Experimental design

Which approach integrates both quantitative and qualitative methods?

• Descriptive

• Exploratory

• Correlational

• Mixed methods

What is the first step in selecting participants for your research?

• Conducting a pilot study

• Writing a research proposal

• Defining the population of interest

• Choosing data analysis methods

Which method involves collecting data without direct interaction with participants?

• Surveys

• Observations

• Focus groups

• Interviews

What is a common method for collecting qualitative data?

• Surveys

• Experiments

• Interviews

• Statistical analysis

What is a key consideration when establishing procedures for data collection?

• Writing an abstract

• Choosing a research title

• Reliably measuring variables

• Selecting a journal for publication

What is the final step in the research design process?

• Writing the introduction

• Defining research aims

• Selecting participants

• Determining data analysis strategies

Which statistical method might be used to analyze quantitative data?

• Narrative analysis

• Content analysis

• Thematic analysis

• Regression analysis