Practical Research 1
Different Types of Research
Research on the characteristics of quantitative and qualitative research and fill out the table below.
Quantitative Research
Example: Aims to characterize trends and patterns
-In most cases, formal analysis instruments are used to
collect data.
-The findings are focused on statistically relevant sample
sizes that are representative of the population.
- Given its high reliability, the research study may
normally be replicated or repeated.
-The researcher has a specific research question about
which he or she is looking for objective answers.
-The researcher collects numerical data using methods
such as questionnaires or computer software.
Prepared by: Sir Geff Ebrada (gtebrada@one-bosco.org)
Qualitative Research
Example: Involves processes, feelings and motives (the why’s
and the how’s) and produces in-depth and holistic data
-Qualitative data refers to the consistency of any
character or topic from which you are collecting
information.
-The behavior of the study participants is observed in
qualitative research methods such as evaluation,
ethnographic research, focus groups, and one-on-one
interviews, and conclusions are drawn based on their
answers and behavior.
-The environment is normal. Qualitative researchers also
collect data in the field, at the location where participants
are confronted with the concerns or problems being
investigated.
- As a central tool, the researcher. There are a variety of
approaches. Reasoning that is difficult to understand.
Participants' interpretations. Emergent design is a term
used to describe a type of design Reflexivity is a
characteristic that many people possess. An all-
encompassing account.
- Research is primarily used to address "how" and "why"
questions.