Collecting bullying and cyber aggression data with schools in the digital age: Opportunities and challenges of the online approach
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Corcoran, L. & McGuckin, C., Collecting bullying and cyber aggression data with schools in the digital age: Opportunities and challenges of the online approach, In SAGE Research Methods Cases., London, UK, SAGE, 2017, 20Download Item:
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In this case study, the research methods used to collect data from school-based populations
online, by postal survey and in a face-to-face setting are examined. While the online context
provides a great opportunity for data collection with relative ease, it also presents a number of
challenges for researchers. Online data collection offers the unique potential for large national
and international sampling, at minimal cost, and can allow for access to groups which are
typically under-represented in research studies. However, there are also difficulties associated
with this approach such as the potential for bias and difficulties in obtaining a high response
rate. Furthermore, although there is often greater cost associated with face-to-face data
collection at a national level, there are potential benefits such as consistent administration of
research instruments and meaningful contact with the population of interest. The review of the
methods used in our research will highlight some of the key factors associated with conducting
research with schools in the digital age.
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Inclusive Society , ANTI-BULLYING POLICY , BULLY , BULLY-VICTIM , BULLY/VICTIM PROBLEMS , BULLYING , Bullying , Bullying , Bullying, Harassment and Violence in School & the Workplace , Cyberbullying , EDUCATION , School Bullying , Traditional Bullying , prevention of bullyingDOI:
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