Data Collection Methods

There are 3 main ways to collect data: asking questions,making observations, or using existing data. But a combination is alsooften utilized. The data collection methods include:

• Survey research (asking questions)
• Field research (making observations)
• Existing Data ( Secondary Analysis)
• Combination of methods (referred to as triangulation)

Using the four data collection method options above, complete the following for each of the scenarios below:

1. Identify and describe the one best method to collect information for the scenarios (choices cannot be used more than once), and
2. Justify your reasoning for selecting this data collectionmethod by evaluating the method and why it is the best choice out of theother four.

Scenario 1: Describe police officer perceptions on the effectiveness of wearing body cameras.

Scenario 2: Conduct a hot-spot analysis on 911 calls for domestic violence.

Scenario 3: Describe the prevalence of stalking in a small Midwest city.

Scenario 4: Describe the nature and scope of prostitution at truck stops along I-95.

Use at least four credible outside research sources,including academic journals, to support your view. The paper should be3–5 pages, excluding cover page and references page. Click theDirections icon below for additional criteria to follow for a successfulpaper.