Section outline

  • Lecture: Field research methods: Introduction to instrumentation and data collection methods

    Design methods for quantitative (observational) and qualitative studies; sources and procedures for collection of measurement information (Questionnaires, Interviews: structured (standardized), unstructured, Types of questions: closed-ended and open-ended); data collection methods (‘field methods’): procedures for developing study protocols; protocols for interview administration; Operations Manuals; staff training and re-training, certification; quality control measures; assessment of study progress; ways to deal with problems in subject recruitment/retention.

    Faculty:  Lydia Zablotska

    Location:  MH-1106