Research Methods and Data Collection

This video tutorial discusses research types in social sciences by design and methods. It explains the concept of research design, which includes paradigmatic considerations, the nature of the research topic, research questions, and data collection and analysis processes. The tutorial also covers research methods, focusing on sampling, data collection, and validation processes. It identifies three main types of research designs: quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods, and describes the data collection and analysis processes for each type.

What is the primary role of a research design in social sciences?

• To validate research findings

• To determine the sample size

• To provide a roadmap for the research process

• To analyze data statistically

Which of the following is NOT a consideration when choosing a research design?

• Research questions and objectives

• Researcher's personal interests

• Nature of the research topic

• Data collection and analysis processes

What does the research method section primarily describe?

• How the research was conducted

• Literature review

• Data analysis techniques

• Theoretical framework

What is the main focus of the research method section in a research report?

• Data collection and validation processes

• Theoretical background

• Researcher's biography

• Historical context

Which research design uses both quantitative and qualitative methods?

• Mixed methods research design

• Experimental research design

• Qualitative research design

• Quantitative research design

Which research design is most likely to use statistical analysis?

• Narrative research design

• Quantitative research design

• Mixed methods research design

• Qualitative research design

What type of data collection tool is typically used in quantitative research?

• Focus groups

• Questionnaires

• Interviews

• Observations

Which of the following is an example of qualitative research?

• Experimental research

• Correlational research

• Case study research

• Descriptive research

What is a key characteristic of qualitative data analysis?

• Quantitative analysis

• Numerical analysis

• Thematic analysis

• Statistical analysis

In mixed methods research, which data collection tool is typically associated with qualitative research?

• Questionnaires

• Interviews

• Surveys

• Checklists