Data Collection and Analysis in Learning Technology and CCI Research

Abstract

AbstractConducting experimental studies in learning technology and CCI research entails an iterative process of observation, rationalization, and validation. Although data collection and data analysis procedures may vary widely in complexity, their selection is based on the research objectives, RQs or hypotheses. So the researchers need to carefully select them and make sure that the research design decisions of data collection and analysis, are adequate for the goals of the study. This chapter provides information on the various data collections and analyses that are usually employed in learning technology and CCI research. This chapter is intended to serve as a guide for CCI and learning technology researchers, and help them deciding what data they need to collect and how they should analyze them to address the goals of their study.