Methods of data collection

Methods of data collection

1. METHODS OF DATA COLLECTION Prepared by Mustafa Flayyih Abd Master of science in nursing University of Baghdad

2. METHODS OF DATA COLLECTION

3. DATA COLLECTION is any process of preparing and collecting  data to answer the research problem .

4. Before collecting the data should be decide : Which DATA TO COLLECT HOW TO COLLECT THE DATA WHO Will COLLECT THE DATA Where TO COLLECT THE DATA WHEN TO COLLECT THE DATA 4

5. Selection of data collection method based on 1- Hypothesis or research problem. 2- research design. 3- Amount of information about variables.

6. Types of data Primary data – are those which are collected for the first time and are original in character. Secondary data – are those which have already been collected by someone else and which have through some statistical analysis.

7. Common data collection methods Survey , Case study , Interview , Observation , Questionnaire , Group assessment , Expert or peer reviews and other

8. When choosing methods, consider The purpose of your evaluation − Will the method allow you to gather information that can be analyzed and presented in a way that will be credible and useful to you and others? The respondents − What is the most appropriate method, considering how the respondents can best be reached, how they might best respond, literacy, cultural considerations, etc.?

9. j Resources available. Time, money, and staff to design, implement, and analyze the information. Type of information you need. Numbers, percents, comparisons, stories, examples, etc. Interruptions to program or participants. Which method is likely to be least intrusive

10. Advantages and disadvantages of each method. The value of using multiple methods. The importance of ensuring cultural appropriateness.