week 5

Week 5: Data Collection

Data collection is at the center of research because the facts gathered will contribute new information as well as answer the research question. For this discussion, please respond to each of the following topics.

• Restate your PICOT question.
• Explain your specific research approach (qualitative or quantitative) and how it has the potential to answer your research question.
• Discuss you data collection method, addressing strengths and identifying one potential weakness.
• Identify the actions you are proposing that will help ensure that quality data may be produced by your EBP project.