5.2 Data Gathering Method

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5.2 Data Gathering Method

Various types of data were collected in the process of research implementation. Data, such as pupils’ work, reflective journal, observation data, interview, questionnaire and photographs, were collected in order to ensure that the result can be analysed and presented accurately.

5.2.1 Before the Implementation of Intervention

Questionnaire was given to the targeted group before the implementation of my intervention. The response scale used in the questionnaire is ordinal type. According to Brace (2008), ordinal data are usually found in questionnaires as ranking scales, where respondents are asked to rate the items according to their preference. The questionnaire was devised to understand pupils’ characteristics …show more content…

According to Robins, Fraley, & Krueger (2007), observation is a data collection method that allows researcher to gather a great of data quickly, with a relatively low cost. Hence, observation is one of the most important data collection methods that was utilized in this research due to time constraint. By marking pupils’ work, recognising pupils’ learning style and identifying pupils’ weaknesses, I was able to make assumption on the problems faced by my pupils and hence devise an intervention, which is beneficial for them.

5.2.2 During the Implementation of Intervention

Nonetheless, data was collected in the form of pupils’ written work. By collecting and recording their work, analysis could be done with the support of evidence. In addition, photographs were also taken in the process of conducting the activity. By taking photographs, details such as pupils’ response, feeling and other aspects could be reviewed repeatedly. At the meantime, observation was also being conducted in the class when the activity is taking place.

5.2.3 After the Implementation of …show more content…

In this part, data analysis methods are being examined from the aspects of qualitative data and quantitative data. Qualitative data, such as interview, observation and reflective journal, were collected and analysed. The data collected in the process of implementation were recorded using the exact word used at the moment. Qualitative data collected in this research could be subjective as the pupils express their personal perspectives on their feelings or opinion using their words.

On the other hand, data, such as pupils’ work and questionnaire, were analysed using quantitative method where the results were presented using chart and table. Quantitative data collected in this research could act as an objective evidence as pupils’ performance were being analysed based on their behaviour. The patterns analysed will be discussed in the findings in latter part. To help with the pattern analysis, the following coding has been constructed.
Code Meaning
PS Preliminary

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