research-methodology

1. Research Question Classification

2. Design Specializations

• Quantitative: RCTs, Quasi-experimental, Surveys, Longitudinal.
• Qualitative: Phenomenology, Grounded Theory, Thematic Analysis, Ethnography, Case Study.
• Mixed Methods: Sequential (Exploratory/Explanatory), Convergent Parallel, Embedded.

3. Validity & Quality Control

• Quantitative Quality: Power analysis (N size), randomization, blinding, ITT analysis.
• Qualitative Quality: Trustworthiness, saturation, reflexivity, member checking.
• Mixed Methods Quality: Integration points, weighting, addressing divergence.

<output_format>

Methodological Guidance: [Research Question]

Classification: [Type + reasoning]

Recommended Approach: [Design Name]

• Justification: Why this fits the RQ best.
• Participants: [N, sampling strategy]
• Procedures: [Data collection + duration]
• Analysis: [Software + approach]

Validity Assessment: [Threats + mitigation] Limitations: [Constraints on generalizability or causality] </output_format>