Research methods

Question 1

Triangulation

Answer 1

Triangulation means using more than one research method to improve the validity of the study

Question 2

Open Questionnaires

Answer 2

A self complete form with questions which allow the respondent to answer in as much detail as they want.
P+ Easy Cheap Lack of researcher effect Quick to analyse and reach conclusions
P- Low response rate Misunderstand the question Answers may not fit those given (closed) Leading questions
E+ Informed consent given by completeing Anonymous
E- Questions may be sensitive
T+ Detailed data (Open) Reliable Large sample easy to quantigy and analyse (Close) Detachment and objectivity
T- Ppt may lie Someone other than the intended ppt may respond Right answerism Lack of rapport

Question 3

Web based Questionnaire

Answer 3

A self complete form which is sent out via the internet or by using a site such as survey monkey..
P+ Easy Cheap Lack of researcher effect Quick to analyse and reach conclusions
P- Low response rate Misunderstand the question Answers may not fit those given (closed) Leading questions
E+ Informed consent given by completeing Anonymous
E- Questions may be sensitive
T+ Detailed data (Open) Reliable Large sample easy to quantigy and analyse (Close) Detachment and objectivity
T- Ppt may lie Someone other than the intended ppt may respond Right answerism Lack of rapport

Question 3

Closed Questionaires

Answer 3

A self complete form with questions which give a set of responses that the respondent can choose from
P+ Easy Cheap Lack of researcher effect Quick to analyse and reach conclusions
P- Low response rate Misunderstand the question Answers may not fit those given (closed) Leading questions
E+ Informed consent given by completeing Anonymous
E- Questions may be sensitive
T+ Detailed data (Open) Reliable Large sample easy to quantigy and analyse (Close) Detachment and objectivity
T- Ppt may lie Someone other than the intended ppt may respond Right answerism Lack of rapport

Question 4

Unstructured Interview

Answer 4

a conversation between the researcher and the participant where the questions are based on the responses given.
P+ Allows researcher to build rapport with the participants Flexibility (US) Allows for clarification of the questions
P- Time Cost and Training of interviewers
E+ Good for sensitive topic (US)
E- Questions could cause harm if of a sensitive nature.
T+ In depth detailed data Reliable (S) Hard to Quantify
T- Demand Characteristics Unreliable (US) Small sample Peer group influence (G)