Data Collection Flashcards
Identify the 2 types of data
Quantitative
Qualitative
What is quantitative data?
Data that provides facts and statistics (numbers)
What is qualitative data?
Data that is based on opinions
Why do we use quantitative data?
Provides stats that can be compared to national norms and can be used to compare retest results to
Why do we use qualitative data?
Only performer knows how they are feeling and what they are thinking so is good for collecting data on the emotional and mental factor
Why do we collect data? Please give 4 reasons.
- Identify areas of strength and weakness
- Set realistic goals
- Create a PDP specific to weakness
- Provide baseline measurement for comparisons
What methods of data collection can you use for the Mental factor?
PPW
SCAT Test
What methods of data collection can you use for the Social factor?
PPW
Communication Observation Schedule
What methods of data collection can you use for the Physical factor?
PPW
Scattergraph
General Observation Schedule
Illinois Agility Test
What are the benefits of a PPW?
Quick & easy to complete
Easy to interpret results
Permanent record
What are the limitations of a PPW?
Unrealistic model performer
Lack of honesty - influenced by others
Don’t understand the statments/ sub factors
Could lose paper copy of PPW
What are the benefits of a SCAT Test?
Easy to complete/ understand
Easy to interpret results
Scientifically recognised measurement
Measureable - permanent record
What are the limitations of a SCAT Test?
Not filled in immediately - forget
Not honest with results
Depends how you are feeling on the day
Don’t ask teacher/ coach if you don’t understand a statement
Could lose paper copy of test
What are the benefits of a communication observation schedule?
Completed by partner so not biased
Reliable as is over more than one game
Measureable - permanent record
Breaks down communication into specific areas e.g., non-verbal
What are the limitations of a communication observation schedule?
Don’t always hear what is said
Fast pace nature of the game
Time consuming
Could lose paper copy
