Abstract
This study was conducted to identify online data collection methodologies as an adaptation in the conduct of quantitative and qualitative research amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. While data collection has been hampered by the restrictions posed by the quarantine measures of the local governments around the globe, researchers need to strategize and adapt remote tools in data collection. Analyzing from the responses of 25 highly engaged researchers who served as participants of this study through videoconferencing, it was found out that data collection for quantitative research may be conducted by using online development tools via personal or institutional subscriptions, using google forms as a free and conventional platform, and by using QR Code to generate the electronic survey questionnaire. On the other hand, the data collection for qualitative research may be conducted by using diaries and reflections of participants to replace the typical direct observation, using telephone or mobile phone to conduct an interview, and by using video-conferencing for key informant interview and focus group discussion. Considering the practicality and feasibility of these data collection methods, researchers cannot be constrained by the quarantine and health protocols in pursuing reliable, honest, and high-quality research outputs.
 
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Highlights
This study aimed to outline online data collection as adaptation in the conduct of both qualitative and quantitative types of research given the situation of the COVID-19 pandemic
According to Goertzen (2017), quantitative research provides estimates for a large population, indicates the extensiveness of the attitudes held by the respondents, provides results which can be condensed by statistics, has high precision, definition, and standard, allows for statistical comparison between various groups, and measures the level of occurrence, actions, or trends
Quantitative research generally focuses on measuring social reality by viewing the world as a reality that can be objectively determined so rigid guides in the process of data collection and analysis are very important (Sukamolson, 2007)
Summary
AND QUALITATIVE RESEARCH DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC data. Before the pandemic, collecting data for research can be done through an actual survey, face-to-face interview, focus group discussion, and extensive literature review. All these became unworkable and difficult with the onset of the pandemic primarily due to quarantine restrictions and other health protocols implemented by the local governments. Aside from that, Sy et al (2020) noted that many traditional data collection methods are becoming unfeasible during physical distancing while academic and research staff are working from home often through a skeletal workforce which can hamper the progression of research projects
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