Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Chapter 10 Entry

Chapter 10 is all about understanding different types of research methods. Also, knowing when and how to use these different methods. The chapter mentions to start using other research methods when you can no longer find information on your specific topic.
The method the chapter mentions is to use interviews to collect information. It is important to find a good source, and ask detailed questions. Interviews can be performed in many different ways. For example, the chapter notes that you can do face-to-face, over the phone, or written interviews. All ways will ultimately allow you to gather more information on your topic and give you a little more insight.
The next method talked about in this chapter is using observations. It's pretty much like the interview. You need to plan it out, decide what you are going to observe, and how you are going to observe them. You want to identify key elements and features that you think will help you understand your issue. You can also use surveys to analyze peoples beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors towards certain subjects or matters. Again, you want to plan out and carefully decide how and who you want to ask.
The last ways of collecting information can be done through correspondence and public events. Basically, you want to start a discussion with a large gathering of people through social networking or public meetings. By doing this, you can address your argument and understand what  and how people feel about your belief.
All of these helpful methods will ultimately help you understand your topic a little further into detail. By using different types of methods you are allowing yourself to see better and different results from a wide range of sources.

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