Sources Of Infomation For Conducting Research Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two sourcing for conducting research?
A
Primary and secondary sources.
2
Q
Define primary sources.
A
Involves gathering information using your own sources and carrying out your own research.
3
Q
What are advantages of primary sources?
A
- the data is fresh
- you have direct experience of the actual gathering of data
4
Q
What are examples of primary sources?
A
- surveys
- interviews
- questionnaires
- observation
5
Q
Define secondary sources.
A
Information is taken from someone else’s existing research.
6
Q
What are advantages of secondary sources?
A
- information is broader
- information is verified
7
Q
What are examples of secondary sources?
A
- internet
- books
- newspapers
- brochures
