Topic 8: Process of Social Research

Question 1

Quantitative Investigation

Answer 1

1. Approach the problem
2. Literature review and development of theoretical framework
3. Visualization of reach of study
4. Development of hypothesis
5. Development of investigation design
6. Definition and selection of sample
7. Data recollection
8. Data analysis
9. Preparation of progress report

None of these steps can be skipped as each one of them is necessary to obtain satisfactory results.

Question 2

Qualitative Approach

Answer 2

1. Idea
2. Approach the problem
3. Initial immersion process
4. Conception of the design research
5. Definition of initial sample
6. Data recollection
7. Data analysis
8. Results interpretation
9. Elaboration of progress report