Research Tool

Methodology Selector Quiz

Answer 7 questions about your research to discover whether quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods is the best fit for your dissertation.

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Consider what you ultimately want to achieve with your study.

Test a theory or hypothesisConfirm or refute predictions about relationships between variables

Explore and understand experiencesGain deep insights into how people perceive or experience phenomena

Both test and exploreCombine statistical analysis with in-depth understanding

Understanding Research Methodologies

Uses numerical data to test hypotheses, measure variables, and identify patterns. Best for research seeking generalizable, statistical findings.

Explores meanings, experiences, and social contexts through words and narratives. Ideal for understanding complex phenomena in depth.

Combines quantitative and qualitative approaches for comprehensive understanding. Best when research questions have multiple dimensions.