Contents

Section 1: Plan and develop an applied research strategy 4

Section 2: Collect and analyse data 8
Section 3: Document and present research findings 10

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Section 1: Plan and develop an applied research strategy

1. Describe the organisation you are basing this project on.

a. What is the name of the organization?
The name of the case study organization is King Edward VII College.
b. What are the main activities of the organisation?
A variety of management, marketing, human resources, and international business courses are
available at the college. 195 students are currently enrolled in it across both campuses and all of
its courses. There are classes available at every level, from Graduate Diploma to Certificate II.
c. List at least three objectives/goals of the organization (i.e. list three desired
outcomes of your organization).
● To be an innovator in the field of vocational education and training
● To be a pioneer in innovation in the field of technical education and training
● To create and keep up a top-notch infrastructure supporting customers and employees
● To be effectively managed, productive, profitable, and accountable
● To develop resources
d. What is your role in the organization?
I have been appointed as the operational manager of the organization

Your role should be that of a leader or manager who uses applied research to enhance
individual, team and organisational performance for improved organisational outcomes.

2. How will your research task help your organisation to achieve improved
organisational outcomes?
a. How is your research task relevant to the strategic practices and outcomes of the
organisation?
b. Explain how your chosen research task/topic will help your organisation to achieve
improved organisational outcomes?

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Here the concerning research topic is relevant to the fundamental strategies and practices
along with the results of the organization and the reason adds the strategical practices and it’s
support for vendors to understand the market landscape and competitive dynamics at the
highest priority in the use of different cases at the industrial place. This helps the consumers to
develop the vendors and it’s a solution at the best fit for meeting their particular needs and
goals.
Here considering the topic Evaluation of methodologies used to assist students in learning" is
pertinent to the organization's strategic practices and results because it helps the organization's
mission to sustain excellence in training and assessment, promote innovation across all
business operations, be a collaborative and caring community, and embrace difference and
diversity. Additionally, it aids in achieving the strategic goal of building and maintaining a
top-notch infrastructure for customers and employees. If the study's conclusions are put into
practice, Student’s learning would be supported by best practices under the college with their
improved learning support and other results.

3. Describe your research task:

a. What is the purpose of your research task?
b. What is the hypothesis of your chosen research task?
c. Describe your target group’s profile and needs.
d. What is the context of your research (the cultural, social, geographical
or institutional factors in which the organisation operates and in which the
research will be carried out)?
e. What data is required for your research task?

The purpose of the research task is to describe the goals and specifications of the research
project, including the purpose and hypothesis of the target group's characteristics, and needs
a description of the needed data; the context of the study.

Here the subject of Evaluation of methods used to support student learning has been chosen
to understand the current approaches which can provide support to the learners for bettering
the learning experiences compared with the best practice examples.
We supply 95% of the learning support services that best practice examples offer.
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Current college students who are enrolled are the target group and profile. New learning
requirements for students have been brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in
the areas of online learning and social/emotional health.
Background: Within the RTO, research will be done. Students generally come from middle- to
upper-class backgrounds. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic changing the demographics of
enrollment, many students are from outside the United States.
Information about the services currently offered to assist with learning, how well they were
received by students, and their preferred methods of learning
For instance, the necessary data collection from numerous sources, such as current and
potential clients, the VET and business sectors, competitors, the media, and the government,
among many others, has been made. In this section, information about the King Edward
College learning process, past success rate, and other operational data and information has
been gathered.

4. Summarise your meeting with stakeholders to confirm the purpose and requirements
of your chosen research task.
a. Who did you consult with (e.g. CEO, Director, Customer etc.)?
b. Summarise the requirements of the stakeholder(s).
c. Provide an example of specialized vocabulary relevant to your research task that
was used at the meeting.
d. How was your choice of words appropriate for the audience and context?
e. If not already viewed in person by your assessor, attach proof of your meeting to
this section of your portfolio.

Here the identification of with whom consultation has been done to understand the specialized
vocabulary they used, and explain how their word choice was appropriate for the situation and
target audience.
The King Edward VII College employee's research projects must be evaluated and approved
by the organization's CEO before they can begin, according to the Applied Research policy in
following the case study.
The requirements include professional development requirements, Ascertaining industrial
requirements, Suitable management of services requirements, Improved communication
requirements, and Training requirements.

Specialized vocabulary relevant to the task used at the meeting includes

● Adjorum verb: Closing the meeting

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 ● AGM noun: Annual meeting
● Agenda noun: List of strategic goals or objectives
● Allocate verb: Assign tasks ()
Choice of appropriate words to need to be made as per the customers’ expected
communication version. Avoiding slang, Avoiding casual words, Using formal language, and
Avoiding contractions and cliches are some appropriate areas that need to be focused on.

Email to assessor
From King Edward VII College's manager of operations and finances
To CEO & HR Director, King Edward VII College
Subject: The expansion's research statement is being requested for approval.
Dear sir,
Hope this email finds you well.
The college plans to open additional campuses in Sydney and Brisbane as a result of its
success. In order for the expansion to move on to the next stage of the operation, I ask for
approval of the research topics included in the statement and attached.
Do not hesitate to get in touch with me if you have any inquiries about this request. I look
forward to hearing from you.

Thank you
Operation manager

5. Summarise the legislative requirements (legislation, regulations and codes of practice)

for conducting applied research. Consider:

● any legislation/regulations/codes of conduct that apply specifically to your chosen

research task.

● any legislation/regulations/codes of conduct that apply to the process of

conducting applied research.

● any legislation/regulations/codes of conduct that apply to research ethics.

Here for the discussion over the particular legislation or code of conduct that are applied ti the
chosen research task it’s important to look into the overview of the legal requirements
(legislation, codes of conduct, etc.) that apply to conducting applied research in their
organization and the research task, they have chosen.
Depending on the research topic the student has chosen, this answer will vary if they are using
the case study.
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The Privacy Act and the 2015 Standards for Registered Training Organizations (RTOs) are
two examples of laws, regulations, and codes of conduct (). In order to facilitate the free flow
of information and ensure individual privacy, the privacy act was designed to serve as a
foundation for national consistency in privacy regulation. The act mandates anonymous and
transparent handling of personal data, as well as pseudonymity for anyone wishing to conceal
their identity.
The Declaration of Helsinki, a set of moral guidelines regarding human experimentation
created for the medical community by the World Medical Association, is just one example of
the broad range of research ethics that the student may consult (WMA) (). It is frequently
referred to as the foundational text on human research ethics. However, it is highly unlikely
that the student's research will violate these fundamental moral precepts. The student may also
bring up the fundamental ethical principles of reporting truthfully or exhibiting respect for
interview subjects and their responses.

(https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/F2014L01377/Html/Text#primary-nav).
https://www.asqa.gov.au/rto/responsibilities/complying-legislation

Include at least one applicable legislation/regulation and one code of conduct.

6. Summarise your organisation’s policies and procedures applicable to conducting

applied research.
a. Summarise any policies and procedures that apply to:
o your chosen research task
o the process of conducting applied research
o research ethics.
b. Attach proof of the policies and procedures to this section of your portfolio.

Here the target is to add a summary of the organizational requirements (policies and

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procedures) that apply to the research task they have chosen as well as the methodology for
conducting applied research. To the portfolio, the student must affix documentation of the
policies and procedures.
Here the chosen research task is the Evaluation of methodologies used to assist students in
learning.
According to the Applied Research Policy and Procedures, the research strategy must follow
its guidelines. The Privacy Policy and Procedures should be followed during data collection
and storage ().
Both qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques, including questionnaires,
interviews, and observation techniques, have been used for the research study (). Depending
on the type of applied research and the primary objective, it aids the researcher in gathering
real-world evidence that is later tested. Since there is currently no funding for research, all
applied research must be carried out internally using staff time. The Management Team has
created a Research Statement that lists a number of areas they believe could benefit from
applied research in order to aid in the selection of research subjects.
Research ethics in this context refers to the application of fundamental ethical principles to
research activities, such as the planning and execution of research, respect for society and
other people, the use of resources and research outputs, scientific misconduct, and the
regulation of research ().

You must summarise at least one policy and procedure.

7. Summarise the tools and resources available that may be used to assist with your
applied research task.

Here is the list of all of the tools and resources that are accessible within their organization
and could be used to support their task involving applied research.
The considered case study states that if the student uses the case study, "all applied research is
to be conducted in-houseThe student must list all of the tools and resources that are accessible
within their organization and could be used to support their task involving applied research.
The assessment period's duration is the time frame. The student is expected to conduct all of
the research.
Data collection methods include case studies, worksheets, personal interviews, observational
studies, survey data, and questionnaires. The choice of data collection tools is crucial because
research is conducted in various ways and with various objectives. Quantitative methods
involve gathering and analyzing factual data, frequently in numerical format. The research
design is rigid and is decided upon before data collection begins. To reduce or control
potential bias, the research methodology, interventions, and data collection instruments (such
as questionnaires) are all standardized. Typically, qualitative research is used to investigate

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people's values, attitudes, opinions, feelings, and behaviors in order to comprehend how these
influence the people in question.

8. Research and evaluate theories/methods/techniques/tools to collect, analyse data and

maintain data integrity for your research task.
a. Complete the table to summarise your research.
b. Evaluate alternatives.
c. Apply the most appropriate method to your research task.
d. Attach proof of your information sources to this section of your portfolio.

Note: Include textual information from at least three sources.

Research on: Summary of research Evaluation to apply most

(including information appropriate
source/s): method/technique to
your research task:

Applied research theories ● Evaluation research ● Evaluation research

(at least two theories) theory theory is the most
● Research and appropriate
development theory resararch theory
● Action research here. This Theory is
theory based on
Evaluation implies
an approach to
evaluation (i.e., a
conceptual
analytical model)
rather than a

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Research on: Summary of research Evaluation to apply most
(including information appropriate
source/s): method/technique to
your research task:

particular method or
technique. It is an
approach to
organising and
conducting analysis
in an evaluation. An
intervention's
expected results
are explained by a
theory of change.

Methods/tools/techniques Online surveys, polls, The most suitable approach

that may be used for questionnaires, and published uses online surveys that
collecting data (at least journals are some of the data include primary data.
three) collection techniques.

Methods/techniques/tools The t-test and ANOVA tests An appropriate method might

for analysing data (at can be used to analyze the be the ANOVA test.
least two) data.

Methods/techniques/tools Data integrity can be upheld The best way to protect the
for maintaining data by using defaults. integrity of Data is to use
integrity (at least one) defaults.

9. Identify technology and technology services that may be used to support your data
collection and analysis.

Information pertinent to the learning support best practice information will be searched using
a repository of research publications. The distribution of questionnaires to students will be
done through an online survey tool like survey monkey. To determine the frequency of
responses and identify trends, the survey responses will be recorded in an Excel table.

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Note: Include at least one form of technology and one technology service.

10. Prepare a research strategy, considering the available tools and resources.

A research strategy is a detailed plan for carrying out any kind of research study. A research
strategy serves as a roadmap for the phases of designing, carrying out, and evaluating a study.
Among other methods, research techniques teach the researcher how to collect and analyse
data through questionnaires, interviews, or statistical procedures. Through the use of
methodology, the research inquiry and the justification for the inquiry are made clear. It
outlines the study's beginning, its underlying assumptions, and any potential effects the
research may have after it is finished. The method used by the student must also account for
the fact that they will be conducting the experiment independently, without the help of an
instructor. As an illustration, consider the topic "Evaluation of techniques used to assist
student learning": examining illustrations of best practice learning support discovered through
online searches. Recognize the procedures and policies of the College for establishing formal
learning assistance on campus. To find out what additional assistance is available, speak with
a staff member of the college. To decide which is better, compare and contrast the learning
assistance provided by the College with best practice examples (such as an internet search or
knowledge repository). Ask college students about their satisfaction with the learning
assistance programs they have access to and use (using Survey Monkey)
Strategies comprise
● a Review of online search results for best practice learning support.
● To establish formal learning support within the College, read the policies and
procedures of the College.
● Interview a college employee to determine additional support.
● Compare the College's learning support to best practice examples using an online
informational database.
● Distribute surveys (using Survey Monkey) to College students about the learning
support services they use and access (or are aware of).
● Verify a statistical correlation between the internal documents and the experiences of
the students.
● Visually represent data.
● Contrast current learning support strategies with those offered by best practise
examples.

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Your research strategy must explain how you will go about proving or disproving your
hypothesis. This will typically include your approach, methods/tools/techniques and
available resources.

11. Analyse the limitations of your research, including the factors which may affect the
reliability and validity of your data.
a. Give the number of samples that you intend to base your research on.
o Explain how you arrived at the sample size.
o Explain whether that is a valid sample size for the planned project.
o Describe how reliable the results of the research should be, given the intended
sample size.
b. Describe how the research results will prove (or disprove) your original hypothesis.
c. Summarise any limitations that the research design could have on the validity of
the results.
d. Describe how the integrity of the data collected and analysis tools used will
optimise the relevance of the research.

● Indicate how many samples you plan to use as the foundation for your study.
● Describe how you arrived at the sample size and discuss whether it is appropriate for
the intended project.
● Explain the degree of dependability that can be expected from the research's findings
in light of the planned sample size.
● Explain how your original hypothesis will be proved (or disproven) by the research
findings.
● Summarize any restrictions the research design may have on the reliability of the
findings.
● Explain how the reliability of the data gathered and the analysis techniques used will
maximise the applicability of the research to the organisation.

Sample size: Considering the time constraints of this assessment, the student's sample size
will be modest. The ability of the student to assess whether the sample size is appropriate for
the research they will be conducting is crucial. A larger sample size might be necessary,
depending on the research hypothesis, to give the results enough power to match what is

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practical under the assessment conditions. This should be noted by the students, who should
also talk about how they will accommodate any constraints. Since this is applied research
rather than basic research, statistical significance is typically not a problem. The data will
typically be strong enough to identify trends.
Limitations: The project must be completed within the brief time period allotted for the
assessment. There is no budget for the research project. These are the main limitations of the
research design.
Validity: The absence of biases, distortions, and erroneous assumptions or conclusions is
referred to as validity. This is constrained by the number of individuals who will have the
chance to examine and confirm the findings and judgments made.
Reliability: To ensure that the results are consistent, the project could be repeated several
times to increase data reliability. However, due to a lack of time and resources, this cannot be
done.
Data integrity: An independent party will review all of the data entered into the Excel
spreadsheets as well as all of the established formulas within the spreadsheets to ensure data
integrity.

12. Use the work you’ve done in this section so far to prepare a research proposal or plan.
a. Include:
o a description of your research task (purpose, hypothesis, context)
o organisation and legislative considerations (policies and procedures,
legislation and codes of conduct).
o a full description of the data collection and analysis methods, theories, tools
and techniques to be used.
o the technology and technology services that will be used to support data
collection.
o the number of samples that you intend to base your research on.
o how reliable the results of the research should be, given the intended sample
size.
o limitations to your proposed research strategy, including the reliability and
validity of the data.
b. Attach your research plan to this section of the portfolio.

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Providing high-quality training services to meet the needs of students is the prime purpose.
Review the techniques currently being used at the college to aid in student learning.
Hypothesis: To offer at least 95% of the learning support services that best practice examples
offer, according to our hypothesis.
The RTO will conduct research in this context. Students typically come from middle- to
upper-class backgrounds socioeconomically. Despite a change in enrollment demographics
brought on by the COVD-19 pandemic, many students are from outside the country.
Information: Services currently offered to support learning, experiences with those services by
students, and learning preferences of those students
Legislation/codes of practice may include: the Privacy Act Standards for Registered
Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015

Data collection is the process of gathering and examining precise data from a variety of
sources to identify trends, probabilities, and other information needed to evaluate potential
outcomes. To learn more, keep scrolling. The types of data, the sources of the data, and the
methods used during data collection must all be identified by the researchers. We'll soon see
that there are a wide range of data collection techniques. In the fields of research, business,
and government, data collection is heavily utilised. We'll see later that the idea of gathering
data is not new, but times have changed. The way that data is collected has had to evolve over
time in order to keep up with technological advancements.

Several ways of gathering data are,

● Surveys
● Tracking Transactions
● Focus groups and interviews
● Observation
● Tracking Forms Online
● Monitoring social networks

Data analysis is the methodical use of statistical and logical techniques to specify the range of
the data, modularize the data structure, condense the data representation, illustrate with
pictures, tables, and graphs, and evaluate statistical inclinations, probability data, and derive
meaningful conclusions. By removing the extra chaos that the rest of the data's analysis would
have produced, these analytical techniques allow us to infer the underlying inference from the
data.
The procedure entails,
● Making sure the necessary analytical abilities are available.
● Make sure that data collection and analysis techniques are used appropriately.
● the statistical significance
● Look out for improper analysis
● Make sure there are valid and objective inferences
● Verify the accuracy and validity of the data, the data sources, the data analysis
techniques, and the conclusions drawn.
● Consider the depth of the analysis.
Technologies used,
● Internet surveys
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 ● GPS
● Smartphone or other devices
● Bluetooth
● Smart cards

Sample size: To each of the 97 full-time faculty members at the college, an individual
survey was sent. The survey asked the professors to rank various factors according
to how much they influenced their pedagogy and course material. Family members,
department faculty, college librarians, social media, and students were some of the
components. 26 people were interviewed after the surveys were finished, including 5
collaborators, 11 cooperators, and 10 potentials. Interviews with every participant in
the survey were conducted.

In order to ensure that the results are consistent, it would be possible to increase the reliability
of the data by performing the project multiple times. However, due to time and resource
constraints, this is not possible.
Limitations:

● The task must be completed within the limited time frame allotted for the evaluation.
● The research undertaking has no allocated funding.
For the purposes of this project, validity is defined as the absence of bias, distortion, and
unfounded assumptions or conclusions.

Research plan/proposal
Introduction
Grow Management Consultants is dedicated to fostering ongoing applied research across all facets
of its business in order to continue striving to be a reputable learning organisation.
Purpose
This updated business plan outlines our strategy for the upcoming years. We started our operations
in 2010 with a relatively small student population, which then sharply increased. Given that we
are currently at or near capacity in our Melbourne and Sydney campuses, we do not anticipate an
increase in these numbers between 2019 and 2021.
Hypothesis
Identifying opportunities for the company's growth and strengthening its capacity for learning
through analysis of industry-specific trends, statistics, and problems data gathering to help with
well-informed business decisions in all areas. Techniques for managing risks to help manage both
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present and future risks. removing restrictions on the implementation of WHMS modern methods
for employment and recruitment to evaluate the effectiveness of developed and put into practice
strategies, policies, practices, or work processes, as well as the need for change.
Research methodology
1. Pick the research project, give it a clear definition, and get approval.
Clearly state the opportunity or problem that the research aims to solve.
Specify the inquiry's aims and objectives.
Make the logistics clear
2. Examine the data already available Find out as much as you can in a short amount of time about
the research problem, goal, and objectives.
The methodology covers the sampling, data gathering, and analysis techniques you'll employ.
The following steps can be followed in order to establish the methodology for a research project:
1) Decide whether you will use a descriptive or experimental design framework.
2) Outline the specific data each research question requires to be answered.
3) Determine the data sources for each piece of information that is required.
Finding patterns in research findings is one aspect of data analysis.
● Analyzing patterns or trends that appear in various research questions or data collection
techniques.
● An analysis of the alarming results in the context of the original queries
● Use the data and analysis to generate actionable recommendations.
● Recording and presenting research results

Cmpliance with ethics

1. Information gathering
2. Confidentiality
3. The use and dissemination of personal information
4. Promotional materials
. Storage and security of personal data
6. Online security
7. Internet security

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Aim group
Both those looking to break into the industry as well as those already employed in business and
management who want to formalize or advance their skills make up King Edward VII College's
target market in two major categories. The main goal is to strengthen our brand. As these
campuses are less well-known than Sydney and Melbourne but are still crucial for establishing the
brand, we do not anticipate more than 50 students at each campus in the first year.
Context
Constraints: Research will take place within the following constraints: changes in government and
industry regulations that have an impact on students the formulation of government policy could
have unintended consequences, competition at a high level, instances of other RTOs' misconduct
harming clients' perceptions of training providers
Marketing requirements: We will base our market decisions on thorough and ongoing market
research, focusing on market segments and clients within the industry.
Data collection methods and strategies:
1. Choose the conceptual framework (experimental or descriptive)
2. Describe the details required to respond to each research question.
3. Identify the sources of data for each necessary piece of information.
4. Describe how the information that needs to be gathered from the sources can be sampled.
5. Select the data collection techniques. Better quality data can be obtained by combining data
collection techniques and customising them beforehand.
6. Create forms, questionnaires, and other tools for data collection.
Sampling size
In order to divide the faculty into three groups according to their collaborative work with
librarians, the four full-time librarians at Las Positas College met prior to the start of the study.
Co-operators, potentials, and collaborators made up the three groups. Each of the 97 full-time
faculty members at the college received an individual email containing a survey. After the surveys
were finished, 26 people—10 potentials, 11 coworkers, and 5 collaborators—were interviewed.
Interviews were conducted with each and every participant in the survey.
Data reliability
There are numerous types of reliability, all of which have an impact on the instrument's overall
dependability and, consequently, the data gathered. Validity requires reliability, which is a crucial

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prerequisite.
Reproducible Testing
compares the results of an initial test with repeated measurements later on with the underlying
premise that, if the instrument is reliable, there will be close agreement over repeated tests if the
measurable variables remain the same.
Alternative forms, such as parallel forms Reliability
used to judge whether the outcomes of two tests with a similar design that measure the same
variable simultaneously are consistent with one another.
Data integrity
Methods for Collecting Qualitative Data
These methods, which are exploratory in nature, tend to delve deeper because they are primarily
concerned with learning more about the underlying causes and motivations. Measurability issues
arise because they are impossible to quantify. This lack of measurability causes people to prefer
methods or tools that are largely unstructured or, in some cases, possibly structured but only to a
very small, limited extent.
Personal interviews are conducted in person
Due to its individualized approach, this is the most popular data collection method for qualitative
research. In a one-on-one, face-to-face interaction, the interviewer will gather information directly
from the subject (the interviewee).
Qualitative surveys
Paper-based polls or questionnaires In the case of qualitative questionnaires, this structure
typically consists of short questions, and the respondents are typically asked to provide detailed,
in-depth responses, using their own words. It resembles responding to essay questions somewhat.
Online questionnaires
This is essentially an online survey that involves uploading a questionnaire to a website that users
log into and complete electronically. They will be using a computer screen and a mouse rather
than paper and a pen.

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Your research plan/proposal should include the use of specialised and detailed language
to communicate specific information, requirements and recommendations related to
your proposed research task. Your written plan/proposal should demonstrate your
ability to deal with complex ideas and concepts. You will be assessed on this.

Meeting with stakeholder(s) (if relevant) ☐

Attach:
Proof of policies and procedures ☐

Proof of textual information sources (x3) ☐

Research plan/proposal ☐

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Section 2: Collect and analyse data
Use the work you completed in Section 1 of your Project Portfolio to collect and analyse
data as outlined in your research plan/proposal.

1. Use technology and technology services to collect data for your research task.
a. Use at least one form of technology to collect data.
b. Use at least one technology service to collect data.
c. Summarise the data.
d. Attach proof of how you’ve used technology and a technology service to collect
data to this section of your portfolio.

Using technology, such as online data collection, tablets, and smartphones, data are also
gathered. This kind of electronic tool-based data collection is a method of data collection that
is heavily influenced by technology. Some information is also gathered using technological
tools, such as social media analysis and records of various bureaus and agencies. An online
data collection is also an option. One of the most potent tools for gathering data from any
location is technology. Crowdsourcing, which refers to information gathered directly from
volunteers, is different from crowd seeding, which refers to information gathered from other
qualified informants.

Proof may be provided in any appropriate format. For example:

● video clip or photo of you using the technology or technology service

● screen shot of you using technology or the technology service

● printout of electronic data.

2. Access any other sources of information or relevant contributors to your planned

research
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 a. Which sources or contributors did you access (at least one)?
b. Summarise the information/data.
c. Attach proof of the information to this section of your portfolio.

Proof may be provided in any appropriate format. For example:

● video of an interview with a relevant person providing data/information.

● best practice examples

● academic journals and papers.

3. Analyse your data

a. Use the methods, tools or techniques identified in Section 1 to analyse your data.
b. Identify trends, changes or patterns

You must use mathematical information to statistically analyse your data. For example:

● probability

● percentages

● mean, average, medium

● hypothesis testing

4. Summarise your research findings.

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 a. Describe your research findings (i.e. the outcome of your analysis).
b. Explain how the findings impact on the requirements of your stakeholder(s).
c. How do your findings impact the organisation (e.g. customer, employees, business
plan etc.)?
d. Are your findings appropriate and suitable for your original research strategy
(developed in Section1)?

5. Confirm the integrity of your collected data and analysis.

a. Does your sample/population size differ to your planned sample size (calculated in
Section 1)?
b. Review your data for accuracy of details and completeness (have you captured all
the data?).
c. Does any data show conflicting or opposing information?
d. How does your analysis tool suit the type of data you’re using and the analysis
required?
e. Are your findings complete (i.e. have you fully addressed your
purpose/hypothesis)?
f. Have you adhered to legal requirements (e.g. data privacy)?
g. What further research is required?
h. How will you approach the additional research?

You must use mathematical information to confirm your data’s reliability. For example:

● Numerical sample size

● Percentage accuracy or completeness

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● Percentage of outlier data

Proof of technology use ☐

Attach:
Proof of technology service use ☐

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Section 3: Document and present research findings

Use the work you completed in Section 1 and 2 of your Project Portfolio to help you
complete this section.

1. Document and present your research findings.

a. Include:

● Research summary (purpose, hypothesis, findings,

surprising/important/outlying results)

● Methods used (how you carried out the research, collected data and performed
an analysis)

● Results obtained (recorded in an appropriate format)

● Detailed description of findings (if relevant)

● Relevance and impact of results (on the organisation/customer/stakeholders

etc.)

● Accuracy (of data and analysis)

● Further research required (including the approach for the research) and
presented
b. Attach proof of your documented and presented research findings.

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Make sure you document and present your findings in a manner consistent with the
stakeholder requirements (identified in Section 1).
Research may be documented /presented for example through:

● Research poster

● Written research brief

● PowerPoint presentation

The research does not necessarily need to be presented orally. You may use infograms,
graphs, tables to present information in a user-friendly manner.
Your documented research should include the use of specialised and detailed language to
communicate specific information, requirements and recommendations related to your
proposed research task. It should demonstrate your ability to deal with complex ideas
and concepts. You will be assessed on this.

Attach: Proof of documented research ☐

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