This chapter describes and justifies the data gathering method used and outlines how you analyzed your data.
Begin by describing the method you chose and why this method was the most appropriate.
Next, detail every step of the data gathering and analysis process.
Although this section varies depending on method and analysis technique chosen, many of the following areas typically are addressed:
- Description of population (reviewers or participants)
- Description of design type
- Justification for inclusion/exclusion of content
- Development of instrument, tool or method for obtaining feedback (surveys, interviews, observation, content analysis)
- Identification of themes/categories
This section should be about 4-6 pages and content should be separated with APA first and second level headings.