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Collecting quantitative data

Male, T; (2015) Collecting quantitative data. In: Doing Research in Education Theory and Practice. (pp. 192-208). Sage Publications Limited: London, United Kingdom.

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Abstract

This chapter aims to help you to: • Identify when it is appropriate to use quantitative research; • Find ways to make sure data is in the form of numbers which can be analysed statistically if required; • Manage the process of choosing, and managing potential participants and keeping them interested and engaged; • Make sure your research questions are valid and reliable; • Design a research instrument to collect your data and get a high response rate; • Recognise the difficulties of using a questionnaire as well as the benefits; • Explore the benefits of online survey instruments.

Type: Book chapter
Title: Collecting quantitative data
ISBN: 1446266753
ISBN-13: 9781446266755
Language: English
Keywords: Education, research, quantitative.
UCL classification: UCL
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Education
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Education > UCL Institute of Education
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Education > UCL Institute of Education > IOE - Learning and Leadership
URI: https://discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/1474416
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