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See this attached list of research goals and research questions. 1) Match the research goal to the research question(s) and 2) identify them as either qualitative or quantitative (no mixed methods yet), and 3) explain WHY it is so. Use the (attached) table to cut/paste the goals and questions into and provide your answers. Look for specific keywords to help you differentiate between qualitative and quantitative, and remember that the “why” answer is vital. Look at Pages 10, and 14-15 of the McGregor document attached for some of the "why's", but use short sentences to explain them (don't just copy and paste the why's).

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In this assignment, I will analyze a set of research goals and questions to determine their appropriate matching, classification as either qualitative or quantitative, and provide logical explanations for these classifications. I will base my analysis on specific keywords within the research goals and questions as well as insights from the McGregor document, particularly pages 10 and 14-15, which offer guidance on identifying the nature of research inquiries.

First, I will examine the research goals to understand their intended purpose. For example, goals that aim to measure or quantify variables, such as "determine the average," "assess the frequency," or "calculate the correlation," typically align with quantitative research. They involve numerical data collection and statistical analysis. Conversely, goals that seek to explore experiences, perceptions, or themes—such as "understand," "explore," "perceive," or "describe"—tend to fall under qualitative research, which involves detailed, descriptive data.

Next, I will match each research goal to its corresponding question(s) by carefully reviewing the content. For example, if a goal is to understand the participants’ perceptions of a teaching method, then the related question might ask about perceptions, feelings, or opinions. If the goal is to examine differences in test scores between groups, the associated question likely involves measurable, numerical data.

After establishing the matches, I will classify each as either qualitative or quantitative. Quantitative questions commonly feature keywords such as "how many," "what is the average," "to what extent," "correlation," or "relationship," all indicating numerical data or statistical analysis. In contrast, qualitative questions often include words like "why," "how," "what are perceptions," "describe," or "explore," which suggest narrative or thematic data collection.

Finally, I will provide a brief explanation for each classification, referencing the relevant pages of the McGregor document. For example, I might state, "The goal is to measure the change in test scores, indicating a quantitative approach because it involves numerical data and statistical assessment (McGregor, p. 14)."

In summary, this paper will systematically match, classify, and explain each research goal and question based on keyword indicators and theoretical guidance, ensuring a clear understanding of the qualitative or quantitative nature of each inquiry and the reasons supporting this classification.

References

  • McGregor, H. (Year). Title of the McGregor Document. Publisher. Pages 10, 14-15.
  • Creswell, J. W. (2014). Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches. Sage Publications.
  • Babbie, E. (2010). The Practice of Social Research. Wadsworth Publishing.
  • Patton, M. Q. (2002). Qualitative Research & Evaluation Methods. Sage Publications.
  • Neuman, W. L. (2014). Social Research Methods: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches. Pearson Education.
  • Bryman, A. (2012). Social Research Methods. Oxford University Press.
  • Yin, R. K. (2014). Case Study Research: Design and Methods. Sage Publications.
  • Silverman, D. (2016). Qualitative Research. Sage Publications.
  • Rubin, H. J., & Rubin, I. S. (2011). Qualitative Interviewing: The Art of Hearing Data. Sage Publications.
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