Unit 2 Research Process and Strategy
Analysis, Assessment, Technology, EDU-602-1904D-01
Mary Moore
Unit 2 Discussion Board
Deana Plaskon
Part 1
1: Coin collections: The assumption for coin collecting would be that it is a “quantitative study because money is involved. However, what if the person wants to collect only silver coins, rare pennies, Indian head pieces, or just the newest quarters from all fifty states? This would involve a “qualitative study.” Information provided by Arghode, (2012), states that there are distinct “ontological, epistemological, and methodological” differences in qualitative and quantitative research and statistical gathering of information. However, coin collecting goes much deeper than a mere hobby. According to a non-profit known as the “American Numismatic Association” (2020), a collector must take a serious amount of time learning how to collect coins. This non-profit has annual conference that teaches collectors how to begin coin collecting. The qualitative research becomes key in this type of collection when a person chooses to collect specific coins.
2: Favorite recipes: Choosing, creating or looking up favorite recipes can be both qualitative and quantitative research. Recipes can be handed down for generations. Research conducted by Graebner, Martin., & Roundy (2012), show that recipes can be used creatively. When an individual decides to make a dish even the simplest of ingredients can be adjusted. However, this will change the entire taste of the recipe. Favorite dishes call for specific measures of each ingredient. This makes the favorite recipes quantitative.” The ingredients are added in a certain order which is qualitative. Recipes cooked in specific order and measure turn out beautiful and tasty. When a person makes a dish without using a clear measured amount of ingredients not in a specific order the food might taste bad or turn out wrong (Graebner, Martin., & Roundy (2012).
3: Rising home costs: When doing research on rising costs of buying, owning, and taking care of homes, there are several aspects to include. According to Myers (1985), in the 1970’s there was a huge increase in the purchase of homes by young married couples. The department of Housing and Urban Development reported that due to wives going to work buying increased and costs decreased. However, this boost in buying homes began to decline in the mid 80’s. In an article from “Monthly Labor Review” (2009), the recent increase in home costs and decline in purchases is due to several elements. These are mainly quantitative in basis. The economic downfall of American lenders, high increase in loan rates, trusts, and credit markets all have their fault in the high cost of the housing market. The interest rates became so high that many homeowners lost the ability to pay and many were forced out. This caused the rate of homelessness to increase expeditiously. The early 2000’s brought about a small decrease in the cost of housing. This was short-lived according to the United States Housing and Urban Development (Productivity’s role in housing booms and busts, 2009).
4: Best high schools: The method for rating best high schools in America could be done through both quantitative and qualitative methods. The most effective measures for predicting success in a high school are the quantitative testing such as, “ACT/SAT and GPA.” This research would show results from testing, assessment and evaluation. However, these reveal only a small amount of (25%) the learner’s academic accomplishments. These testing standards are used for admission into college. This are best for admissions, but there are other predicters for college course planning that have produced successful and reliable results. There must be quantitative studies related to motivational outcomes such as, “separation, transition, adjustment, difficulty, incongruence, isolation, incorporation, finances, learning, and external obligations for commitments” (Sparkman, Maulding, & Roberts, 2012).
5: Carpools: Carpooling is designed for one or more people to save on gas, preserve air quality, time and form relationships. The research conducted on this subject is mostly quantitative. While there are “monetary benefits, since sharing in a carpool can save a person thousands of dollars each year. Rideshare reports that each car on the highway releases what it weighs in carbon dioxide annually. This is significantly decreased with carpooling. Congestion on the freeway is also decreased with carpools. Lanes have been created just for vehicles having more than two people which reduce travel time. Driving takes complete attention to the road. Carpools allow riders to check emails, read the morning news, check bank accounts, or maybe close your eyes just for a second before beginning the day. Carpools save on gas and some states like Georgia have a “cash for gas” program that gives rewards because of the “Clean Air Campaign” (Planetsave, nd).
6: Political polls: The research of political polls required qualitative and quantitative research. This brought about searching the perspective views of President Trump from 2106 to 2018. The poll included Every American: favorability roughly 41%, Republicans: about 81%, White Evangelical: approximately 68%, Whites no college: 55%. White Americans seem to favor Trump over non-whites. Americans with college degrees seem to approve more of the president than those with no degree. It is not clear why education matters. Only 35% Hispanic Catholics and seven % African Americans support Trump (Najle & Jones, 2019).
7: Parent teacher participation: The studies conducted on this subject are qualitative. Parents and teachers work together for the common goal of student success. According to Feuerstein (2000), there are many elements that increase student interests in school activities. These aspects seem to focus on family, personal background, ethnicity, family make-up, and socioeconomic status (SES). Several studies suggest that parent involvement increases the attitude of learners toward “school, homework habits, school attendance, and general level of academic achievement.” This normally begins when the teacher or instructor contacts the parents (Feuerstein, 2000).
8: Book fairs: Research concerning book fairs is qualitative. The state of Kentucky has an annual Book Fair in Lexington. This year will be the 39th. The fair will have several vendors including “University Press of Kentucky, Kentucky Monthly, Larkspur Press, and Butler Books, University of Cincinnati Press, and Reformation Publishing.” There will also be exhibitions by “Kentucky Humanities, Friends of Kentucky Libraries, Lexington Public Library, Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning, Kentucky Historical Society, BCTC, Eastern Kentucky University MFA, and Spalding University MFA. Concession stands are also available for opening. Books on all topics, subject matter and source will be available. Concessions available for purchase on-site. These books can be purchased after the fair as well. School book fairs help to support the education of students. Furthermore, book fairs offer support for the many colleges and schools that provide these books (Kentucky Humanities, 2019).
References
American Numismatic Association (2020). Coin dealer directory Retrieved from https://www.money.org/
Arghode, V. (2012). Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Paradigmatic Differences. Global Education Journal, 2012(4), 155–163. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com.proxy.cecybrary.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ehh&AN=85678192&site=ehost-live&scope=site
Feuerstein, A. (2000). School characteristics and parent involvement: Influences on participation in children’s schools. Journal of Educational Research, 94(1), 29–40. Retrieved from https://doi-org.proxy.cecybrary.com/10.1080/00220670009598740
Graebner, M., Martin., J., & Roundy, P. (2012). Qualitative data: Cooking without a recipe Roundy, Strategic Organization10(3) 276–284Retrieved from https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/1476127012452821
Kentucky Humanities (2019). 2019 Kentucky Book Fair Retrieved from https://www.kyhumanities.org/programs/kentucky-book-festival/2019-kentucky-book-festival-schedule-of-events/2019-kentucky-book-fair
Myers, D. (1985). Wives’ earnings and rising costs of homeownership. Social Science Quarterly (University of Texas Press), 66(2), 319–329.
Najle, M., & Jones, R., (2019). American democracy in crisis: The fate of pluralism in a divided nation Retrieved from https://www.prri.org/research/american-democracy-in-crisis-the-fate-of-pluralism-in-a-divided-nation/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2pS84Pbs5gIViobACh2MCAx_EAAYASAAEgIihPD_BwE
Productivity’s role in housing booms and busts. (2009). Monthly Labor Review, 132(8), 45. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com.proxy.cecybrary.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ehh&AN=48323461&site=ehost-live&scope=site
Sparkman, L., Maulding, W. & Roberts, J. (2012). Non-Cognitive predictors of student success in college. College student Journal, 46(3), 642–652. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com.proxy.cecybrary.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ehh&AN=79547321&site=ehost-live&scope=site
Planetsave (nd). Five benefits of carpooling: How to reduce your carbon footprint Retrieved from https://planetsave.com/2012/11/08/five-unexpected-benefits-of-carpooling-how-to-reduce-your-carbon-footprint/