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5Acknowledging Bias

In any project, there is a possibility that bias will creep into either the research or the interpretation of data. How would you prevent this from happening, depending on the research method you are using? What are the possible roadblocks to recognizing and preventing bias?

5Questionnaires

Write a 750-1000 word essay on constructing and administrating a questionaire and its practical application in descriptive research. Include your opinion, backed by scholarly articles, about the strengths and weaknesses of this kind of research. In your essay, provide a treatment of at least FOUR scholarly research articles on the topic you have selected.

Format

Use Times New Roman script with a font size of 12 for the entire document.
The paper should be double-spaced.
Margins should be at least one inch all around.
Content

At least FOUR scholarly sources are utilized. Information is synthesized throughout the essay.

The literature review has a strong introduction, main body, and conclusion.

Documentation

APA style guidelines should be used, including proper in-text citations and a reference page.

Writing

• The literature review should be well written and error free. Use spell check and proofread your essay for grammatical errors.
• The essay should be written in a professional tone. Familiar language (slang) should be avoided.
• Use direct quotations sparingly (paraphrasing is encouraged) and make sure quotes are properly documented.
• Be as concise and clear as possible throughout your paper.
• Each sentence should logically flow into the next sentence and each paragraph should transition smoothly to the next paragraph.
• 6Planning a Mixed-Methods Study

In your textbook, you learned about several commonly used mixed method designs. Identify two different types of studies where a mixed methods approach would be the most advantageous to the success of a study. Which of the common mixed method do you most identify, and which one would you be less likely to implement? Explain your reasoning for both.

Analyzing and Interpreting Data

• In a 250-300 word essay, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of interpreting mixed methods data, and give examples of the possibility of bias affecting the results in this process.
• Use at least one scholarly or peer-reviewed source to support your personal observations or opinions. Your essay should strictly follow APA formatting, citation, and style guidelines.