APU SSGS500 Week 6 Forum Latest 2019 July

SSGS500 Research Design and Methods

Week 6 Forum

Quantitative Research Methods

Please answer one of the below prompts. Your posts this week should demonstrate critical reflection upon the assigned readings.

1. Think about how you might design a quantitative research project. What methods would you use to collect your data? What would you need to do to demonstrate that your study had a high degree of validity and reliability?

2. Generally speaking, what are some advantages and disadvantages to doing survey research?

Finally, what are some additional questions that you have about the different quantitative methods that are out there? Use this as an opportunity to gain some clarity on the research methods discussed this week.

Instructions: Your initial post should be at least 300 words. Please respond to at least 2 other students. Responses should be a minimum of 250 words and include direct questions.