Discussion Post: Examine Research Designs
To get started in this class, select a topic of research interest within your chosen area of study (e.g., I/O, Forensics, Health, General, Educational, etc.). Post a discussion in which you briefly describe potential qualitative research questions along with how your research topic fits with one of the four goals of research that you read about this week. Explain how your topic aligns itself more readily with the use of either a qualitative or quantitative approach to research? Provide a thorough and complete rationale for your answer. Now, think of how you might reframe your research question to one that aligns with a quantitative approach. How would this work? What might you uncover here that you might not be able to if you were using a qualitative approach? How might the goals of the research change with a quantitative approach?
You will be able to revisit this discussion thread throughout the course to continue the dialog with your professor. You will be able to ask any questions that may arise and continue to explore this week's topic.
Your discussion entry and possible responses should reflect a collegial attitude, be free of grammar and spelling errors, and include the criteria mentioned above. Be certain to cite any sources or references in your discussion post as well.
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.