PSY 326 Week 3 Discussion (dq1+dq2)

PSY 326 Week 3 Discussion  

DQ1

Descriptive Research

Briefly discuss the three descriptive designs (i.e., case studies, archival research, and observational research) presented in the reading this week.  Be sure to discuss the strengths and weaknesses associated with each approach.  Which of these three approaches do you think is the best descriptive design and why?  Finally, indicate the types of research testing where each of these designs would be effective. 

DQ2

Data Description

This discussion question has two parts. Be sure to address both parts in your post.

Chapter 3 introduces different methods that can be used to describe data. Discuss why describing data is such an important part of the research process. Why are there different methods that can be used to describe data? Do the methods used depend on the type of research design that is utilized, or it is a function of the data that is collected?  Explain your reasoning. Visit the Ashford University Library and select a quantitative research study. Identify and describe the method(s) used to describe the data in this study. Was/were the appropriate method(s) identified, in your opinion? Could other methods have been used to describe the data in this study?  Be sure to properly cite the study you chose within your post.