Discuss your growing understanding of qualitative and quantitative methods; use examples from research reports/studies to highlight how these different methods approach social issues.

Research methods
Discuss your growing understanding of qualitative and quantitative methods; use examples from research reports/studies to highlight how these different methods approach social issues; find through the library one qualitative study and one quantitative  . For this essay you are expected to reference various sources to help inform your discussion of these two methods .
This assessment task enables the student to demonstrate their critical understanding of various social research methods .

The essay should be organised clearly and logically, and neatly presented. This includes correct spelling punctuation. Sub-headings or dot-points should not be used. Assignments must be well researched and referenced in APA7. Give a clear introduction and conclusion. Do not use long quotes.

Formatting
The following are expected:

Word length
The set word length provides an indicator of the expectations regarding depth and breadth of coverage of the topic. It is always a challenge to concisely present the essence of what you have learned from reading several sources. Although you should attempt to stay within the word limit you may go over or under by 10%