Data Collection Methods

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What is data collection?

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Data collection is the process of gathering information to answer questions or solve problems.

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What is a survey?

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A survey is a method of collecting data by asking people questions.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5B

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What is observation in data collection?

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Observation is a method of collecting data by watching and recording behaviors or events.

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment is a method of collecting data by testing a hypothesis under controlled conditions.

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What is measurement in data collection?

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Measurement is the process of obtaining data by quantifying characteristics or properties.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5B

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When would you use a survey?

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You would use a survey when you want to gather opinions or preferences from a group of people.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

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When would you use observation?

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You would use observation when you want to see how people behave in a natural setting.

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What type of data can be collected through an experiment?

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Experiments can collect quantitative data, such as numbers and measurements, to test hypotheses.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5B

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What is an example of a question you might ask in a survey?

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An example is 'What is your favorite color?'

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CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RI.1.1

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What is the purpose of data collection?

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The purpose of data collection is to gather information that can help make decisions or understand a situation.