Gathering data without direct questioning; ideal for behavioral studies but prone to observer bias.
Research design in case of exploratory research studies (focuses on discovery of ideas).
A critical slide in any Kothari PPT is the breakdown of sampling techniques: c r kothari research methodology ppt
To determine the frequency with which something occurs or with which it is associated with something else (Diagnostic).
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Use diagrams to present the research process (Step 1 to Step 11).
A massive focus of Kothari’s work is the execution of data collection. He divides data into two categories: Gathering data without direct questioning
Stating a tentative, testable assumption about relationships between variables.
Data that has already been collected by someone else and passed through the statistical process (e.g., government publications, books, websites, historical records). Sampling Methods
Selecting units that are easiest to reach or access.