Chapter 6 - Data Collection & Organization

Chapter 6 – Collect with Care, Organize with Purpose: Data Collection & Organization

Your research design is in place—now it’s time to bring it to life. This chapter guides you through the essential process of collecting and organizing data with integrity, clarity, and confidence.

Whether you’re conducting interviews, analyzing documents, or working in the field, this chapter helps you stay methodical and intentional. You’ll learn how to create clear protocols, track your decisions, and build a data system that sets you up for meaningful analysis later.

Inside this chapter, you’ll learn how to:

Implement your data collection plan with consistency and credibility

• Keep a transparent record of your process and adjustments
• Create a system for naming, storing, and organizing your data
• Reflect on early patterns and prepare for analysis
• Strengthen the rigor of your methodology by documenting key choices
  

Why it matters:
Good data doesn’t just show up—it’s collected with care and organized with purpose. This chapter ensures that your process is not only ethical and efficient, but also defensible when it comes time to write and share your findings.

Ideal for: Students ready to transition from planning to hands-on research—and who want to stay organized and grounded every step of the way.

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