After reading this chapter, you should be able to

• „„List the six major methods of data collection.
   
• „„Explain the difference between method of data collection and research method.
   
• „„Define and explain the characteristics of each of the six methods of data collection.
   
• „„Explain the different modes of administration of the methods of data collection.
   
• „„Explain the concept of standardization.
   
• „„Explain the key characteristics of the four different types of interviews.
   
• „„Describe the four roles the researcher can take in qualitative interviewing.
   
• „„List at least five commonly used interviewing probes.
   
• „„Explain how the fundamental principle of mixed research can be applied to methods of data collection and provide an example.
   
• „„State the two “cardinal rules” of educational research mentioned in this chapter.