Compare and contrast the purpose, mechanics, strengths, and weaknesses of field,
experimental, and survey research.
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What are the main purposes of field,
experimental, and survey research?
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What are the mechanics of each
method? This should include a brief description of sampling techniques and the
data collection process.
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What are the advantages and
disadvantages of the three methods?
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When is it appropriate to use each
method?
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What are the similarities and
differences between the methods?
This
assignment gives you the opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of the
similarities and differences between these methods. This task requires drawing
on information from Units 6, 8, 9, 10, and 12. Refer to readings from
these units. You may also use additional references that are not part of the
course readings, although this is not required.
Format
for Your Essay
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The essay must be double-spaced, in
12-point font, with standard 1.25-inch margins on the top, bottom, left, and
right.
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The essay must have a cover page with
the title of the assignment, your name, and your student ID.
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Use APA style for all in-text
citations and references. Visit the Write Site for detailed information
about APA style.
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Submit your work using the assignment
drop-box link below.
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Students who do not follow these
guidelines will be penalized.
Rubric
for Essay Assignment
Students
will be awarded full marks if they address all the requirements in each section
of the essay.
Introduction (4 points)
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Provide a clear statement about the purpose of the essay.
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Provide an overview of the essay.
Body (88 points)
This is not in sequential order but
you must make sure that you address all of the following:
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Main purposes of the three methods (12 points)
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Appropriate use of methods (6 points)
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The mechanics (sampling and methods) (36 points)
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Strengths and weaknesses of each method (24 points)
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Emphasis on similarities and differences between these methods
(10 points)
Conclusion (2 points)
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Summary—clearly state what you have addressed in the essay
Format (6 points)
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In-text citation and references
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Structure and organization
Total: 100 points
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