human methods 9 marker Flashcards
What is meant by valid conclusions in the context of human methods?
Valid conclusions refer to whether the investigation achieved its intended goals and the confidence in the trustworthiness of the conclusions drawn.
What is an advantage of using a Quality Survey?
The Quality Survey is quick to complete due to its simple scoring system, allowing for prompt decision-making.
What is a disadvantage of using a Quality Survey?
The subjective decision-making process can introduce personal bias, as perceptions of attractiveness can vary.
What was the method used for the Footfall Survey?
The Footfall Survey involved measuring foot traffic for 2 minutes at various sites to gather data on the number of people in Southwold.
What is a disadvantage of the Footfall Survey?
The survey was only conducted for 2 minutes and not consistently at the same time of day, which may affect reliability.
What factors can affect the reliability of Footfall Surveys?
Footfall Surveys can be influenced by weather conditions and vary at different times of the year.
What type of questions were included in the Questionnaire?
The Questionnaire included a mix of closed questions (multiple choice) for quick responses and open questions for detailed feedback.
What was a potential bias in the Questionnaire sampling?
The sampling was biased as respondents were approached based on their friendliness and lack of urgency, likely skewing results towards tourists’ positive opinions.
How did the findings from the questionnaires contribute to valid conclusions?
The questionnaires provided direct insights into visitors’ views on the pier, indicating the success of its regeneration.
What was a limitation of the Questionnaire results?
Only 5 questionnaires were asked, which may not represent the views of the entire population, especially locals.
What overall confidence did the researcher have in their conclusions?
The researcher felt somewhat confident in the validity of their conclusions based on the methods used, particularly the questionnaires.
