09 Data Gathering Flashcards

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Data Gathering Techniques

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Direct observation
Indirect observation
Diaries
Interviews
Focus groups
Questionnaires
Researching similar products
Studying documentation
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Direct Observation Methods

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Silent observation
Think aloud
Constructive interaction

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3
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One indirect observation method

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Log Data Analysis

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4
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Two main types of empirical analysis

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Quantitative Empirical Methods (in numbers, “how fast”, “how many errors”, “how often”)

Qualitative Empirical Methods (recurring patterns, categories, critical incidents)

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Qualitative Methods: Interpretive Data Analysis

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  1. Coding: Each segment is labeled with a code

2. Identifying categories, patterns or themes

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