Insights: I have gained new insights on ethical issues that
effect research such as confidentiality and informing children who are involved
in a research study. Also I gained insight on the types of triangulation in
qualitative research designs. Prior to taking this course I was unfamiliar with
data triangulation.
My ideas about the nature of doing research have changed
because I now know al the necessary steps to take prior to conducting research.
I also assumed conducting research studies were as simple as asking a question
and conducting a study. However I now know the process of writing a research
question is just as difficult as planning the entire research study.
I learned that planning a research study takes a lot of
thought and consideration. Designing a research study takes organization and
research. Conducting a research study also takes time and patience. Also when
planning and designing a research study you have to be very specific as to what
you would like to research.
Challenges I encountered: time management and organization.
I have a three year old and a two month old. So time management was a huge
issue for me. My 2 month old had to have surgery school work was not always my
number one priority. I overcame this challenge by setting days and time for my
homework and did the best I could during those times. There were a few
assignments I was unable to complete which I will work on harder in my next
class. I overcame organization by creating folders for my course work.
