Discussion Thread: Data Collection
In an Applied Doctoral Research Project, data collection is a key factor in conducting the study.
Describe:
- six sources of data collection,
- qualitative data collection methods,
- follow-up interviews,
- thematic analysis,
- anticipated themes in a research proposal.
DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
For each Discussion, you will post one
thread of ‘approximately’ 300 words. For each thread, you must support your
assertions with at least 3 peer-reviewed, scholarly citations (besides the possible use of the
course texts and the Bible) in current APA format. Each reply must incorporate at least 1 peer-
reviewed, scholarly citation (besides the possible use of the course texts and the Bible) in current
APA format. Any external sources cited must have been published within the last five years.
Acceptable sources include scholarly articles, the course textbooks, the Bible, etc.).
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
• Provide a complete academic and scholarly peer response identifying a point in the
classmate’s original post and expound upon it from a suppot, refute or additive
perspective. Salutory-type comments such as ‘Thanks, Sue. . ..” or “I loved your post. .
.,” or, “Your sources are awesome. . .” are not included in the word count and should be
omitted (cover and references are also not included in the word count). A key objective is
to write succinctly, yet richly, as in a business setting.
• Paste your text directly into the message window in the Learning Management System.
• Materials submitted to fulfill requirements in one course may not be submitted in another
course.
• Be sure to use current APA formatting for all elements of your main threads and replies.
• Scholarly sources must have publication dates within the past 5 years. Do not use any
books other than the Bible, Yin, George et al., and Keller (if applicable).
• In-text citations are required to support your statements, points, assertions, issues,
arguments, concerns, paragraph topic sentences, and statements of fact and opinion.
• NOTE: In your reply post, when using/referring to a peer’s main thread, you must cite
them and include them in the Reference listing.
• Sources of information from Wikipedia, dictionaries, and encyclopedias will not be
accepted.
• All parts of the assignment must be based on scholarly, academic work.
• Avoid clichés, slang, jargon, exaggerations, abbreviations, figurative language, and
language that is too informal and too subjective.
Criteria Ratings Points
Thread 24 to >22.0 pts
Advanced
Provides a complete discussion of (a) six sources of data collection, (b) qualitative data collection methods, (c) follow-up interviews, (d) thematic analysis, and (e) anticipated themes in a research proposal.
22 to >20.0 pts
Proficient
Provides a partial discussion of (a) six sources of data collection, (b) qualitative data collection methods, (c) follow-up interviews, (d) thematic analysis, and (e) anticipated themes in a research proposal.
20 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Present but does not provide a satisfactory discussion of (a) six sources of data collection, (b) qualitative data collection methods, (c) follow-up interviews, (d) thematic analysis, and (e) anticipated themes in a research proposal.
0 pts
Not Present
Not completed.
24 pts
Reply 11 to >10.0 pts
Advanced
Provides a complete reply post identifying a point in the classmate’s original post and expounds upon it.
10 to >9.0 pts
Proficient
Provides a partial reply post identifying a point in the classmate’s original post and expounds upon it.
9 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Present but does not provide a satisfactory reply post identifying a point in the classmate’s original post and expounding upon it.
0 pts
Not Present
Not completed or not related to requirements for the section.
11 pts
Mechanics, Composition, Grammar, Word Count
8 to >7.0 pts
Advanced
Mechanics, Composition, & Word Count is thorough (~300 words main thread and ~300 words reply).
7 to >6.0 pts
Proficient
Mechanics, Composition, Grammar & Word Count is satisfactory (< +/- 4%)
6 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Mechanics, Composition, Grammar & Word Count is insufficient (> +/-4%)
0 pts
Not Present
8 pts
APA Format, Structure, & References and Citations
7 to >6.0 pts
Advanced
Proper cover page and section headings included. Met all of the required formatting. References exceed requirements in number and quality and/or most statements are supported by a variety of citations.
6 to >5.0 pts
Proficient
Proper cover page and section headings included. Met most of the required formatting. References meet requirements in number and quality and/or many statements are supported by a variety of citations.
5 to >0.0 pts
Developing
No cover page and/or section headings included. Met some required formatting. References do not meet requirements in number and quality and/or some statements are supported by a variety of citations.
0 pts
Not Present
No structure or formatting provided. Missing references and/or citations are rare, repetitious or non-existent.
7 pts
Total Points: 50
Discussion: Data Collection Assignment Grading Rubric | BUSI830_B02_202530