Quantitative and qualitative research are the
foundations of scientific research studies. Quantitative social science
research tries to understand social science by creating quantifiable
evidence, like numbers and statistics, analyzed over many different
instances to show reliability and validity. You can remember this easily
by thinking “quantitative = quantity; quantity = numbers.” Qualitative
research tries to understand social science by exploring the totality of
a situation, like through observing behavior and monitoring
communications, then analyzing them to comprehend the “why” and “how” of
the behavior. You can remember this easily by thinking “qualitative =
quality; quality = character.” These are very simplistic and generalized
definitions that apply to a broad range of sciences, but they are
useful as a starting point for this Discussion.
In this Discussion, you analyze the differences between qualitative and quantitative research and conceptualize your own definition of each. Be sure to focus on the specific details of how these research methods are applied to social sciences and human services, providing examples where necessary.
By Day 4
Post your own definition of quantitative and qualitative research. Explain the differences between them, and then provide an example of each.
Miminum of 250 words, please include citations and references.
In this Discussion, you analyze the differences between qualitative and quantitative research and conceptualize your own definition of each. Be sure to focus on the specific details of how these research methods are applied to social sciences and human services, providing examples where necessary.
By Day 4
Post your own definition of quantitative and qualitative research. Explain the differences between them, and then provide an example of each.
Miminum of 250 words, please include citations and references.
Comments
Post a Comment