Methods of Data Collection In Research Methodology

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[Kiran Chandar]

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Research methodology process includes a number of a activities to be performed. These are arranged in proper sequence of timing for conducting research. One activity after another is performed to complete the research work.

Methods of Data collection:

Questionnaire

Questionnaire is a set of questions has been prepared to ask a number of questions and collect answers from respondents relating to the research topic. A number of questions usually in printed or electronic form are to be answered by the individuals. The forms often have blank spaces in which the answers can be written.

Telephone, Mobile Phone and Facsimile

Telephone and other devices can be used for collecting data verbally and written on fax from respondents located away from the researcher and having these facilities plus the researcher having their contact numbers.

Mail

For collection of data from the respondents who are located at a long distance and do not have any communication facility. They can be contacted through mailed questionnaire.

Interview

In this method the interviewer personally meets the informants and asks necessary questions to them regarding the subject of enquiry. Usually a set of questions or a questionnaire is carried by him and questions are also asked according to that.