Thursday, April 15, 2010

In Qualitative research whats the difference between "methodology" used and the "method" of data collection?

For example





Field research is made of of field observation and field interviews.





So which is the 'methodology' and which is the 'method of data collection' or have I not stated it.





Also, is it possible for a researcher to do both in one research project?...eg. both field observation and interview.

In Qualitative research whats the difference between "methodology" used and the "method" of data collection?
Methodology means what KIND of research is being conducted. For instance, is it a qualitative, quantitative, or a multi-method study? Or, are you manipulating any variables or just observing some phenomena? The method of data collection would be HOW are you getting your data? Are you doing interviews, giving questionnaires/surveys, etc. etc. So in your example, the METHODOLOGY of research would probably be an observational and qualitative type study, and since nothing is being manipulated, it is not an experimental study. The METHOD of data collection would be field notes, and interviews. And yes, you can definitely do both together... I hope this helps!
Reply:methodology is the way you collect data. actually, they're the same. field research actually does both, you interview then observe at the same time.


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