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PSY 245 Wk 3 Discussion – Sampling in Research
Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member.
Researchers use sampling to analyze a representative group before drawing conclusions about a target population in a study. Sampling helps researchers produce accurate results and avoid errors.
Due Thursday
Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:
- Describe a qualitative or quantitative study you would be interested in conducting.
- What type of sampling is most appropriate for your study? Review your textbook for examples.
- How would you select and recruit the sample? Note: Make sure that your sample fits the research design (qualitative/quantitative).
- Explain the strengths and limitations of your choice.
Due Monday
Respond to at least 2 peers by evaluating whether their sampling choices are appropriate