scholarly journals A Framework for Online Experimenter-Moderated Looking-Time Studies Assessing Infants’ Linguistic Knowledge

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Desia Bacon ◽  
Haley Weaver ◽  
Jenny Saffran
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Eye Gaze ◽  
Online Data ◽  
Infant Research ◽  
Data Collection Methods ◽  
Timing Precision ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Online Data Collection ◽  
Collection Methods

Online data collection methods pose unique challenges and opportunities for infant researchers. Looking-time measures require relative timing precision to link eye-gaze behavior to stimulus presentation, particularly for tasks that require visual stimuli to be temporally linked to auditory stimuli, which may be disrupted when studies are delivered online. Concurrently, by widening potential geographic recruitment areas, online data collection may also provide an opportunity to diversify participant samples that are not possible given in-lab data collection. To date, there is limited information about these potential challenges and opportunities. In Study 1, twenty-one 23- to 26-month-olds participated in an experimenter-moderated looking-time paradigm that was administered via the video conferencing platform Zoom, attempting to recreate in-lab data collection using a looking-while-listening paradigm. Data collected virtually approximated results from in-lab samples of familiar word recognition, after minimal corrections to account for timing variability. We also found that the procedures were robust to a wide range of internet speeds, increasing the range of potential participants. However, despite the use of an online task, the participants in Study 1 were demographically unrepresentative, as typically observed with in-person studies in our geographic area. The potentially wider reach of online data collection methods presents an opportunity to recruit larger, more representative samples than those traditionally found in lab-based infant research, which is crucial for conducting generalizable human-subjects research. In Study 2, microtargeted Facebook advertisements for online studies were directed at two geographic locations that are comparable in population size but vary widely in demographic and socioeconomic factors. We successfully elicited sign-up responses from caregivers in neighborhoods that are far more diverse than the local University community in which we conduct our in-person studies. The current studies provide a framework for infancy researchers to conduct remote eye-gaze studies by identifying best practices for recruitment, design, and analysis. Moderated online data collection can provide considerable benefits to the diversification of infant research, with minimal impact on the timing precision and usability of the resultant data.

scholarly journals Comparing Face-to-Face and Online Data Collection Methods in Preterm and Full-Term Children: An Exploratory Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paige M. Nelson ◽  
Francesca Scheiber ◽  
Haley M. Laughlin ◽  
Ö. Ece Demir-Lira
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Developmental Psychology ◽  
Online Data ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Data Collection Methods ◽  
Online Data Collection ◽  
Online Format ◽  
Online Methods ◽  
Collection Methods

The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the landscape for children’s daily lives and the landscape for developmental psychology research. Pandemic-related restrictions have also significantly disrupted the traditional face-to-face methods with which developmental scientists produce research. Over the past year, developmental scientists have published on the best practices for online data collection methods; however, existing studies do not provide empirical evidence comparing online methods to face-to-face methods. In this study, we tested feasibility of online methods by examining performance on a battery of standardized and experimental cognitive assessments in a combined sample of 4- to 5-year-old preterm and full-term children, some of whom completed the battery face-to-face, and some of whom completed the battery online. First, we asked how children’s performance differs between face-to-face and online format on tasks related to verbal comprehension, fluid reasoning, visual spatial, working memory, attention and executive functioning, social perception, and numerical skills. Out of eight tasks, we did not find reliable differences on five of them. Second, we explored the role of parent involvement in children’s performance in the online format. We did not find a significant effect of parent involvement on children’s performance. Exploratory analyses showed that the role of format did not vary for children at risk, specifically children born preterm. Our findings contribute to the growing body of literature examining differences and similarities across various data collection methods, as well as literature surrounding online data collection for continuing developmental psychology research.

scholarly journals Challenges in Conducting Online Videoconferencing Qualitative Interviews with Adolescents on Sensitive Topics

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Salima Meherali ◽  
Samantha Louie-Poon
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Private Information ◽  
Qualitative Interviews ◽  
Computer Mediated Communication ◽  
Online Data ◽  
Social Conventions ◽  
Data Collection Methods ◽  
Sensitive Topics ◽  
Online Data Collection ◽  
Collection Methods

In the wake of COVID-19, researchers are seeking innovative data-collection methods. Computer-mediated communication platforms have played a pivotal role among these pursuits. However, conducting online interviews present challenges to both researchers and participants. Online data-collection forces researchers to give up control over the study environment due to the varying location participants partake in interviews. Consequently, researchers can no longer fully guarantee the confidentiality and privacy of the researcher-participant conversations. Participants may face difficulties if being asked to disclose private information in the presence of family members. These challenges are heightened when conducting online interviews with adolescents on sensitive topics. Thus, attention to the rigour of qualitative research is a fundamental consideration given these limitations in technical and social conventions with the use of online data-collection methods. Despite the host of challenges, online interviewing creates valuable opportunities for researchers to rise to the challenge of social distancing in their data-collection efforts.

scholarly journals Methodological Reflections on Online Data Collection during the Covid-19 Pandemic

Populasi ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 65
Author(s):  
Sumedi P. Nugraha ◽  
Dewi H. Susilastuti
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Research Experience ◽  
Online Data ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Data Collection Methods ◽  
Data Completion ◽  
Online Data Collection ◽  
Collection Methods

The pandemic closed the door for the use of conventional, face-to-face data collection methods. At the same time, it built a momentum for the exploration and utilization of online data collection methods. However, the belief about superiority of the offline data collection persists. The literature review and the authors’ research experience reveal that offline and online data collection methods yield similar result in terms of data completion and quality. All data collection methods contain weaknesses and strengths. Nonetheless, the online data collection methods are very versatile. They allow the researchers to choose the tools that best align with their research objectives.

scholarly journals Moderated Online Data-Collection for Developmental Research: Methods and Replications

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aaron Chuey ◽  
Mika Asaba ◽  
Sophie Bridgers ◽  
Brandon Carrillo ◽  
Griffin Dietz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Video Conferencing ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Empirical Support ◽  
Developmental Research ◽  
Online Data ◽  
Data Collection Methods ◽  
Online Data Collection ◽  
Online Methods ◽  
Collection Methods

Online data collection methods are expanding the ease and access of developmental research for researchers and participants alike. While its popularity among developmental scientists has soared during the COVID-19 pandemic, its potential goes beyond just a means for safe, socially distanced data collection. In particular, advances in video conferencing software has enabled researchers to engage in face-to-face interactions with participants from nearly any location at any time. Due to the novelty of these methods, however, many researchers still remain uncertain about the differences in available approaches as well as the validity of online methods more broadly. In this article, we aim to address both issues with a focus on moderated (synchronous) data collected using video-conferencing software (e.g., Zoom). First, we review existing approaches for designing and executing moderated online studies with young children. We also present concrete examples of studies that implemented choice and verbal measures (Studies 1 and 2) and looking time (Studies 3 and 4) across both in-person and online moderated data collection methods. Direct comparison of the two methods within each study as well as a meta-analysis of all studies suggest that the results from the two methods are comparable, providing empirical support for the validity of moderated online data collection. Finally, we discuss current limitations of online data collection and possible solutions, as well as its potential to increase the accessibility, diversity, and replicability of developmental science.

scholarly journals Epidemiology of constipation in adults: Why estimates of prevalence differ

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 37
Author(s):  
Barry Werth
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Older Adult ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Data Collection Methods ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Prevalence Estimates ◽  
Age Range ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Collection Methods

This review of over 80 articles published in the last 30 years shows that estimates of the prevalence of chronic constipation in community-dwelling adults varied widely from 2.4% to 39.6% in general adult populations and from 4% to 25.8% in older adult populations. Estimates of the prevalence of any constipation (including both chronic and sporadic constipation) also varied widely from 2.6% to 31.0% in general adult populations and from 4.4% to 44.5% in older adult populations. Apart from any country or regional differences, this wide range of estimated prevalence may be attributed to different definitions used for both chronic and any constipation as well as different data collection methods and sampling differences. Sampling issues include sample size, representativeness and age range of populations sampled. Further research is required to examine the impact of different definitions on prevalence estimates to help determine the best definitions for use in future epidemiological studies. If standard definitions can be universally agreed and used, along with appropriate sampling and data collection methods, more precise estimates of constipation prevalence should be attained. This would allow more meaningful comparisons between countries and may also provide the ability to pool results.

A Systematic Review of State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency-Based Literature

2017 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 352-371 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heike Boeltzig-Brown ◽  
Allison R. Fleming ◽  
Miriam Heyman ◽  
Martha Gauthier ◽  
Julisa Cully ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Program Outcomes ◽  
Data Collection Methods ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Rehabilitation Services Administration ◽  
Rehabilitation Agency ◽  
Collection Methods

Purpose:To conduct a systematic review (SR) of 550 studies produced between 1970 and 2008 that focus on programs and/or services provided by state vocational rehabilitation (VR) agencies believed to impact client and/or program outcomes.Method:Authors used a 5-step SR protocol to evaluate and summarize study content and outcomes, study design, and data collection methods.Results:Results indicate that the VR research base is highly varied in terms of the research focus with respect to programs and services, populations, and outcomes and that it spans across a wide range of research designs and data collection methods.Conclusions:The majority of the studies included in this review relied on administrative data, particularly Rehabilitation Services Administration data, and surveys. Only a small number of studies employed some type of experimental design, suggesting a lack of application of this type of research design. Implications and recommendations for future research are discussed.

scholarly journals Mixed methods data collection using simulated Google results: reflections on the methods of a point-of-selection behaviour study

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tara Cataldo ◽  
◽  
Amy Buhler ◽  
Ixchel Faniel ◽  
Britanny Brannon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Resource Selection ◽  
School Students ◽  
Data Collection Methods ◽  
Multiple Data ◽  
Combining Data ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Behaviour Study ◽  
Collection Methods

Introduction. A multi-institutional, grant-funded project employed mixed methods to study 175 fourth-grade through graduate school students’ point-of-selection behaviour. The method features the use of simulated search engine results pages to facilitate data collection. Method. Student participants used simulated Google results pages to select resources for a hypothetical school project. Quantitative data on participants’ selection behaviour and qualitative data from their think-aloud protocols were collected. A questionnaire and interviews were used to collect data on participants’ backgrounds and online research experiences. Analysis. This paper reflects on the data collection methods and highlights opportunities for data analysis. The ability to analyse data both qualitatively and quantitatively increases the rigor and depth of findings. Results. The simulation created a realistic yet controlled environment that ensures the comparability of data within and across a wide range of educational stages. Combining data on participants’ behaviour, thoughts and characteristics provides a more complete picture of factors influencing online resource selection. Conclusions. Using simulated results pages in combination with multiple data collection methods enables analyses that create deeper knowledge of participants' information behaviour. Such a complicated research design requires extensive time, expertise and coordination to execute.

scholarly journals SISTEM INFORMASI BERBASIS WEB PADA TEMPAT ZIARAH GOA MARIA LOURDES SENDANGSONO KULONPROGO

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yohana Desy Chrissetiyantari ◽  
Elly Muningsih
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Software Development ◽  
Online Data ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Development Method ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Online Data Collection ◽  
Collection Methods ◽  
The Web

Abstract - In Goa Maria Catholicism the center for pilgrimage and devotion to Mary, its existence has a long history. Goa Maria Lourdes Sendangsono is one of the pilgrimage places visited by many Catholics, because of the availability of prayer facilities that support comfort on pilgrimage. Another interesting thing is the prayer service box that is provided for pilgrims who want to submit prayer requests, which later will be prayed for during the Eucharistic service. But the prayer service box is considered to be less effective and efficient than that as well as a lack of information for pilgrims about Goa Maria Lourdes Sendangsono. This website is expected to make it easier for pilgrims to get information about Goa Maria Lourdes Sendangsono and facilitate the delivery of prayer requests online. Data collection methods used in research include observation, interviews, literature studies and documentation. While the software development method uses the waterfall method. In the end, the information system of the web-based Pilgrimage Site of Goa Maria Lourdes Sendangsono is an effective and efficient means of information because it covers a wider area.Keywords : prayer requests, website, waterfall method, means of informationAbstrak - Di dalam Agama Katolik Goa Maria menjadi pusat untuk berziarah dan devosi kepada Maria, keberadaannya mempunyai sejarah panjang. Seperti Goa Maria Lourdes Sendangsono yang menjadi salah satu tempat ziarah yang banyak dikunjungi oleh orang Katolik, karena tersedianya fasilitas-fasilitas doa yang mendukung kenyamanan dalam berziarah. Hal menarik lainnya yaitu kotak layanan doa yang disediakan bagi peziarah yang ingin menyampaikan permohonan doa, yang nantinya doa akan diujubkan pada saat ibadah Ekaristi. Namun kotak layanan doa dirasa kurang efektif dan efisien selain itu juga kurangnya informasi bagi peziarah tentang Goa Maria Lourdes Sendangsono. Perancangan website ini diharapkan dapat memudahkan peziarah mendapatkan informasi seputar Goa Maria Lourdes Sendangsono serta memudahkan penyampaian permohonan doa secara online. Metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian antara lain dengan observasi, wawancara, studi pustaka dan dokumentasi. Sedangkan metode pengembangan perangkat lunak menggunakan metode waterfall. Pada akhirnya sistem informasi Tempat Ziarah Goa Maria Lourdes Sendangsono berbasis web sebagai sarana informasi yang efektif dan efisien karena mencakup wilayah yang lebih luas.Kata Kunci : permohonan doa, website, metode waterfall, sarana informasi

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