2009). The needs assessment action research study utilized quantitative as well as qualitative methods in triangulation to ensure accurate, concise data collection, and analysis (Walsh, 2013). The qualitative method comprised a personal observation journal and focus group discussion. The quantitative method consisted of the needs assessment survey questionnaire. The process of triangulation consisted of analyzing all data collection tools; which is considered the integration of social phenomena thinking
CHAPTER THREE 3.0 Research Methodology 3.1 Research Design This section describes the major procedures that will be used in carrying out the research. This study is multi-site mixed method case study that will employ a Concurrent Triangulation Mixed-Method design. Using a multisite mixed methods approach, the study will strive to appraise selected peri-urban settlements situated on the fringes of Port Harcourt. 3.1.1 A Multisite Mixed Methods Approach A Multi-site case study investigates a defined
appropriate as it will involve direct contact with my participants on a one to one basis or even in a group setting. However, qualitative data collection methods are time consuming; as a result, data need to be collected from a smaller sample. The advantages of the QR approach are that the information is more reliable and has greater insights into the event for this research work. The major methods for gathering qualitative data are as follows: • Individual interviews, • Focus groups, and • Observations
Whereas qualitative methodology as per Punch (2013) has opened a multidisciplinary space that invites professionals of diverse disciplines (sociologists, anthropologists, physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, public relations, etc.) so far from being a drawback brings a great wealth in the production. However, as per Maxwell (2012) it also causes a number of perverse, such as the great variability in how to tackle the effects analysis: imprecision and confusion of concepts, multiplicity
1.8.3 Qualitative research Creswell (2003) defines qualitative research as an enquiry useful for exploring and understanding a central phenomenon. The phenomenon in this study is the PD programmes of a case study school. To know more about this phenomenon, the researcher asked the teachers, both specific and open-ended questions in order to understand their perceptions. From the data, I as the researcher will interpret the meaning of the information by drawing on teachers’ perceptions and past research
proprietary software. The values can hit the USD 250,000 bar. The advantages of using these systems are mainly the very high sampling rate, which enables the capture of fast movements such as martial arts, acrobatics and gymnastics, among others. The sampling rate usually depends on the cameras used, meaning that the higher the resolution, the higher the sampling rate will be. Sampling rates of up to 200 frames/second are achievable. Another advantage is the freedom offered by these systems, since, unlike the
The study " An evaluation of two approaches for teaching reading comprehension strategies in the primary rears using science information texts" was written by D. Ray Reutzel et al. They evaluated two approaches for teaching comprehension strategies to 7- and 8- children in four second grade classrooms using science information texts. The first approach is SSI and the second one is TTI. I noticed that the research is rich in approaches and techniques, which can be a guide to me and a good work to
Data Analysis The data analysis will consist of multiple steps following the method promoted by Corbin and Strauss (1990). “Coding is the fundamental analytic process used by the researcher. In grounded theory research, there are three basic types of coding: open, axial, and selective” (p.12). LaRossa (2005) strongly advocates for the use of all three stating that “GTM (Grounded Theory Methods) are most productive when all three phases of coding are employed” (p. 840). The information gleaned from
8.5 Population The study will involve graduate chemistry teachers who practice teaching and chemistry students at ordinary secondary schools in Zanzibar. Chemistry graduate teachers are core participants of this study to be investigated in classroom and laboratory practices. These teachers are expected to have greater influence on enhancing acquisition of chemistry practical skill at schools. They are expert and responsible for implementing chemistry syllabus in classroom level which has direct
socio-economic complexities of industrial clusters. The process of research included a review of trends derived from peer-reviewed literature, personal interviews of experiences of the participants, and the use of a survey facilitating the methodological triangulation process that was integral to rigorous case study research (Yin, 2012). The creation of new manufacturing jobs from industrial clusters in Brownsville, Texas, and Matamoros, Mexico, might help to improve the economic conditions of this area. Raising