Alexis Stepney
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EDUC 790

Qualitative vs. Quantitative

4/21/2019

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​The method of data analysis I chose was qualitative because the qualitative research design better fit the needs of my research question. My research question inquired more about a behavior rather than data, numbers, scores and assessments/tests like a quantitative study would do. I needed for my technique to have a less structured approach because of how broad and open-ended my topic is. The bulk of of my data are simply observations or what Mertler (2016) refers to as "watching". Because qualitative data is known for being narrative I was able to make daily observational notes in the classroom during teaching and work time without having to change or add any routines or structures already put in place.
     I was able to take my data and represent the information in a graph pre innovation/intervention and then post and look for positive changes by the participating students in the study. There were 5 categories that I was looking to see a decrease in among all 4 of the students.  Once the data was recorded on the post innovative/intervention graph I was able to see a drop in the number of disruptive behaviors by all the students in at least 2 of the categories.  
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Golden Williams
4/21/2019 10:24:07 pm

I like the way that you are going to collect your data by just watching. Sometimes you get the best data by seating back watching the class. It also works perfect for you since it already part of your normal routine and you don’t have to make many changes to your normal routine which will make it less stressful to collect the data for your study. That’s cool that you are seeing a positive effect from your changes.

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Karling Skoglund
4/22/2019 06:54:18 pm

Alexis,

Thank you for your very clear explanation on how you are measuring your data. I am wondering how you went about taking notes on the students behavior? I have tried to do short notes/journals in my class about how my lessons are going, and student behavior but it just seems like I don't have the time I need to really get down all of my thoughts before I am pulled away, and I can never remember what I was thinking in the moment. Maybe you have a organizational strategy you can share?

Looking forward to your graphs and your data.

Karling

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Lisa Marie Smith
4/23/2019 04:39:06 pm

Alexis,

I agree with your use of qualitative when documenting and collecting data in the areas of behavior. The observation component serves as much valuable information, mainly when reflecting on the observations and collaborative with others to support in the delivery or utilization of various best-practices and methodologies to help change unwanted behaviors to create a positive learning environment for all students.
I look forward to seeing your graphs and additional conclusions you have formed upon completing of your Action Research project.

Regards,

Lisa Marie

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