Descriptive Quantitative Research Design

1. This methodology focuses more on 'what' of the research subject rather than the 'why'

2. In descriptive research, you observe the subjects without interveining

2.1. Descriptive Research Methods

2.1.1. Observational Method

2.1.2. Case Study Method

2.1.3. Survey Research

3. Characterstics of Descriptive Research

3.1. Quantitative Research

3.2. Uncontrolled Variables

3.3. Cross-Sectional Studies

3.4. Basis for Further Research

4. Advantages of Descriptive Research

4.1. Data Collection

4.2. Varied

4.3. Natural Enviroment

4.4. Quick to Conduct and Cheap

4.5. Form Basis to Decision-Taking

5. Disadvantages of Descriptive Research

5.1. Confidentiality

5.2. Halo Effect

5.3. Sample is not representative

5.4. No Scope to Learn Cause