The data for this quantitative research study was collected through a systematic literature review. The researchers utilized multiple data sources including Google Scholar, EBSCOhost, and academic databases such as JSTOR and PubMed.
Keywords used in the search included "quantitative research method", "data collection", "research instrument", "methodological approach", and "data analysis". The search generated a total of 500 results, which were then filtered based on relevance, publication date (within the last 5 years), and study design (quantitative research methods).
Criteria used to pick articles included the presence of a clear description of the research methodology, data collection process, analysis techniques, and results. Articles were also assessed for the quality of their research design and the credibility of the research authors. Only peer-reviewed articles were included in the final data analysis.
The plan of analysis included a thorough review of the selected articles to identify common themes, trends, and conclusions related to the use of quantitative research methods in data collection. Statistical analysis was used to quantify key findings and test hypotheses where applicable.
Overall, the methodology employed in this study aimed to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data collected and analyzed, providing a comprehensive overview of the current landscape of quantitative research methods in data collection.
Methodological : provide an accurate, thorough description of how the data was collected, what/how many data sources were analysed, plan of analysis or measurement instrument using the quantitative research method. Detail the platforms used (Google, Google scholar, EBSCOhost etc). What keywords you used,how many results were generated, and how you filtered the results , including the criteria you used to pick your articles.
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