different types of research

different types of research

1. primary research

   • information gathered directly by the sociologist
     • speak to the participant directly
       • know exactly where the information is coming from
   • interviews
     • observations
       • questionnaires

2. secondary research

   • official stats
     • census data
       • data from surveys
   • information already exists
     • used in research studies
       • allows the sociologists to examine the past