In this discussion forum, you will evaluate statistical analysis packages for quantitative research and interpret qualitative research findings.

Step 1 Reflect on your research.

Reflect on your proposed research question or problem of interest.

Quantitative Research Reflection

• Within your proposed study, what data collection instrument could you use and why?
• What types of data would you expect to obtain?
• What statistical analysis packages would best help you analyze your data?

Qualitative Research Reflection

• Within your proposed study, what data collection procedures could you use?
• Why data collection procedures are best suited to the proposed qualitative research? What types of data would you expect to obtain?
• What steps could you take to interpret your qualitative research findings?

Step 2 Post a response to the discussion board.

In your response, consider your proposed quantitative or qualitative study:

• Evaluate the statistical analysis packages available for quantitative research. Which statistical analysis packages would be most beneficial for the examination of quantitative data within your study?
• What statistical calculations would you have the proposed statistical analysis package calculate to help you interpret your findings and formulate conclusions?
• Discuss the qualitative data analysis procedures you would employ to analyze data and interpret your findings obtained in your proposed qualitative study.

Individual Response: Your response should be a minimum of 300 and include citations and references, if applicable, to support quotes, statements, claims, and/or utilized sources.