FAMU Qualitative and Quantitative Research Essay

Write a 700- to 1,400-word analysis about the articles in which you:

• Explain what characteristics make the study and research methods used quantitative.
• Explain what characteristics make the study and research methods used qualitative.
• Analyze the major differences between the 2 types of research methods.

Part 2; Supporting Selected Research Method Appropriateness

Using peer-reviewed journal articles, classroom materials, and information from the weekly overview, select a research method (qualitative or quantitative) that you might use to achieve your study purpose.

Write a 200- to 350-word explanation of the research method you selected and why this method appropriately aligns with your problem, purpose, and research question. To help justify your chosen methodology, you may find it helpful to review and use as guides a few finished dissertations in the ProQuest database that used the same methodology you are considering. Substantiate your discussion and provide appropriate citations and references.