Research Methods
*Please follow the instructions I give you, this instructor is VERY strict about it.
Copy and paste the outline below in its entirety. Do not shorten or abbreviate. Respond to each headline and subheadline separately– This is class formatting.. Support with research both intext and in a reference section for each response. This is a RESEARCH class. It is important that all responses are supported with research.
Primary Research Definition
Three examples of primary research. (These should be a finished work/object – not something that is done (i.e. survey which is data collection)
Using your research, in addition to personal experiences, provide a written discussion of when you might use primary research.
Secondary Research Definition
Three examples of secondary research. (These should be a finished work/object – not something that is done (i.e. survey which is data collection)
Using your research, in addition to personal experiences, provide a written discussion of when you might use secondary research.
Qualitative Methods Definition
Examples of qualitative methodologies (These are not data collection methods–WATCH THE TUTORIAL)
Using your research, in addition to personal experiences, provide a written discussion of when you might use qualitative methods.
Quantitative Methods Definition
Examples of quantitative methodologies (These are not data collection methods–WATCH THE TUTORIAL)
Using your research, in addition to personal experiences, provide a written discussion of when you might use quantitative methods.
Mixed Methods Definition
Examples of mixed methods
Using your research, in addition to personal experiences, provide a written discussion of when you might use mixed methods.
Tasks
This week, we will be exploring the roles of primary and secondary research and when we want to use qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods. Complete the following tasks:
Research, define, and provide three examples of primary research.
Research, define, and provide three examples of secondary research.
Using your research, in addition to personal experiences, provide a written discussion of when you might use primary research and secondary research.
Research, define, and provide examples of qualitative methods.
Research, define, and provide examples of quantitative methods.
Research, define, and provide examples of mixed methods.
Using your research, in addition to personal experiences, provide a written discussion of when you might use qualitative methods, quantitative methods, and mixed methods.
Deliverables
Your research, analysis, and discussion submission should be 250–500 words in length.
Use proper MLA formatting.
Use proper grammar and spelling.
