Quantitative Methods in Research

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Copyright: 2021
Pages: 25
Source title: Approaches and Processes of Social Science Research
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Icarbord Tshabangu (Leeds Trinity University, UK), Stefano Ba' (Leeds Trinity University, UK)and Silas Memory Madondo (CeDRE International Africa, Zimbabwe)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-6622-0.ch005

Keywords: Information Science Reference / Library & Information Science / Research Methods

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This chapter discusses data collection methods and strategies in quantitative research and how researchers design their studies following quantitative approaches. The chapter consists of four sections. The first section discusses experimental and non-experimental designs for quantitative research and the steps that are taken to achieve a more effective inquiry and valid findings. The second and third sections of the chapter discuss the quantitative data collection methods and sampling procedures of quantitative projects, respectively. The chapter is then concluded by examining the significance of reliability and validity concepts in quantitative projects. The chapter has also provided relevant examples and critical thinking challenges for enhanced understanding.

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