The research topic is selected, the testable research question is developed, research on the topic is found, the literature review is completed, and a decision is made on the research design. Now, one of the most important steps in the research process to accomplish is the collection of data. Notwithstanding the research project and whether the method of research is whether qualitative or quantitative, data must be collected. Data collection is essential whether the method of choice is a mail survey, a telephone survey, an interview, an experiment, field research, or secondary data analysis. Data collection is an important aspect of any research study. Inaccurate data can impact the results of a study and ultimately lead to invalid results. During the data collection step, a significant amount of time, energy and attention are required. In order to ensure the data collection process is valid and successful, one should adhere to the four steps involved: (1) the construction of a collection data form which is used to organize all data that is collected; (2) the designation of the coding strategy used to represent data on a data collection form; (3) the collection of the actual data; and (4) entry into the data collection form (Salkind, 2012). Once the researcher knows what information to collect and where to find it, the first step in the data collection process is to organize the data on a constructed collection data form. This process allows the researcher to make
Data collection methods are the third process. Data can be collected in many ways such as: observation, surveys, focus groups, and reanalysis of existing data, questionnaires, and interviews (Hagan, 2010, p. 19). Data collection is a vital portion of any kind of research. Inaccurate data collection will affect the results of a study and inevitably lead to invalid results.
Data collection is the process of gathering and measuring information on variables of interest, in an established systematic fashion that enables one to answer stated research questions, test hypotheses, and evaluate outcomes.
This chapter discusses the methods used in the study. It consists of research design, data and data source, data collection and data analysis.
This study used a quantitative methodology of data collecting to answer the research questions. The specific research questions studied included the following:
Data analysis is the process of systematically searching and arranging the interview transcripts, field notes and other materials that is accumulated during the study to increase the understanding of the participants and to enable the researcher to present what has been discovered to others (Bogdan & Biklen, 1992, p. 153). The data analysis in this study used a qualitative approach which included identifying patterns, labeling themes and developing category
The data collection process introduces another essential element to your research project: the importance of clear and constant communication need (Smith et al, 2012). Before collecting data it is important to “pre-test” the data-collection instruments (observation forms and questionnaires) to gauge its suitability. The quality of the data-collection instrument determines the quality and usefulness of the data.
This chapter details the research methods that were used to collect data for the research study.
This part will be discuss on how research methodology that was used in accomplishing the targets of this study, consecutively. In this chapter will explain the interpretation of the investigation method used. Collection data methods or investigation methodology is the basic element in this research. The aim of the research in this chapter is to assurance that the data and significant study achived as the objectives and aims of the investigation study.
This chapter is describing the research methodology for the study. In this chapter, key elements such as the geographical area of the study conducted, the sample and population of the study design and the instrument that used to collect and analyze data were fully describe. Most of the researcher were detailed the methodology so that they can reached the purpose of the study.
The data collection methods of the research objectives are containing both qualitative and quantitative. Most of it are
This chapter shows the various techniques that the researcher used to carry out the study. It shows the study design, population of the study sample size and selection, data collection methods, data collection instruments, data quality control procedure, and data analysis.
This section will demonstrate the research approach and design used to complete the purposed study. It will also highlight the sources used for data collection, to analyse and evaluate the evidence regarding research question.
This chapter describes the procedure that was used during the study. This includes data sources, data collection methods used in gathering information from these sources and the methods used in analyzing data.
The methodology used in collecting and analyzing the data of this research will be described. The secondary data were collected to guide and support the study, and the primary data were collected to meet the objectives. Moreover, research and sample design, pilot test, data analysis methods will be described in the following.
2) COLLECTION OF DATA:-The collection of data refers to a purposive gathering of information relevant to the subject matter of the study from the units under investigation. The method of collection of data depends upon the nature , purpose , and the scope of inquiry on one hand, the availability of resources and the time on the other. Statistical data may be classified into primary and secondary depending upon the nature of data and the mode of collection.