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As you may recall from previous weeks, some researchers have research questions in mind and then search for the appropriate databases. Others develop the research questions after they have reviewed the existing databases. Each approach has different requirements for knowledge, time, and resources. Some may even use both approaches, because the research questions may evolve and change after the researcher has explored the data. Consider the strengths and limitations of each approach and how you may use them within future research projects.
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Running Head: SECONDARY DATA ANALYSIS
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Secondary Data Analysis
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SECONDARY DATA ANALYSIS
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Research refers to the systematic examination into a study of sources and materials so as
to establish facts and come up with a conclusive findings and conclusions. There are some
researchers who prefer to formulate research questions before searching relevant databases,
whereas there are those who design research questions after reviewing the relevant databases. A
research question is a key element of a research project or review of literature. It basically focusses
on the methodology and guides all the phases of inquiry, evaluation, and reporting. This paper will
address the strengths and limitations of each approach.
Strengths and limitations of the first approach
This is the approach whereby the researcher first formulates the research question before
searching for the appropriate databases. This approach is effective since it allows the research...
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