Research Methodology

Question 1

Research Methodology

Research Fundamentals

Answer 1

-the purpose of research, eg advance knowledge, increase understanding, educate others, inform practice
-the focus of research, eg question/hypothesis
-sampling; methods (RSSCC-random, stratified, systematic, cluster, convenience), sample group, sample size
-types of data; primary and secondary, qualitative and quantitative
-sources of data; individuals and groups, print and digital
-reliability and validity (RVCA)
-ethical behaviour; bias, integrity, respect, privacy (BIRP)

Question 2

Research Methods

Answer 2

-questionnaires
-interviews
-case studies
-observations
-literature reviews

Question 3

Research Process

Answer 3

-planning for research; formulating a research proposal, managing resources, eg time, materials
-conducting research; accessing sources of data, collecting and recording data, documenting actions and issues
-interpreting research; presenting research findings, analysing research results, drawing conclusions from research (IPAD)