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Fundamentals of Data Collection

Source	University of Derby
Versions Available	Windows

Summary

This package introduces students to the design of research and methods of data collection in social research covering the following topics: survey design, questionnaires, data sampling, handling techniques, qualitative v quantitative methods. It provides a guide through the classic text by Oppenheim (Questionnaire design, interviewing and altitude measurement).

Contents

Survey design
Questionnaire
Data sampling
Qualitative vs Quantitative methods
Handling techniques

This package aims to impart a practical appreciation of fundamental research methods in health research which underpin data collection. This includes an appreciation of research design, structured and unstructured interviewing and questionnaire research techniques. It incorporates a description of qualitative and quantitative research methods and how to handle primary data. It is based on a text by Oppenheim which is essential reading for the lesson. As each student will need to purchase or have access to the following:

Oppenheim AN. Questionnaire design, interviewing and attitude measurement. (2nd ed). London: St Martins Press 1992.

System Requirements

This package runs under Windows 3.1 and Windows 95. It will run on a stand-alone workstation, or across a network. The minimum requirement is an IBM compatible PC 80486 computer with 4Mb of RAM, and a VGA monitor capable of 256 colours in 640 x 480 resolution.