RESEARCH DESIGN

Research Design Question:   

“Are New York government administrative efforts in aiding the homeless more or less effective than nonprofit organizations?”

The Dependent Variable (DV) 

The dependent variable in this research study is the effectiveness of initiatives aimed at assisting individuals experiencing homelessness.

Part 1- (Case Study Research Design)

1) What is the purpose of a case study design?

2)  When is this design used? 

3) Why is this design the most appropriate choice based on the research question? 

4) What are the potential weaknesses of the research design?

Part 2- (Qualitative Research Method) 

1) What is the purpose of the qualitative research method?

2)  When is this method used? 

3) Why is this method the most appropriate choice based on the research question? 

4) What are the potential weaknesses of the research method?