Research Methodologies Crossword

A research method that does not involve an intervention by the researchers - e.g. existing behaviour or trends are examined. (11)
A research method involving a series of written questions that usually have a set of answer choices for participants. Also known as a survey. (13)
A group or body that acts in the interests of a specific or local community. Members of that community are usually involved in the group's work. (9,12)
The collective term for information used in research, e.g. original research reports or participants' accounts. (6,8)
The strategies chosen to investigate a problem, e.g. questionnaires, experiments, interviews. (8,7)
The local _____ oversees the delivery of services in its local area. (9)
_____ data is detailed and descriptive. (11)
A research method involving an examination of a scenario with a predefined list of characteristics, to see which are present or absent. (9)
A research method involving a strictly controlled environment to examine change in variables, e.g. the effectiveness of a new treatment. (10)
A research method involving open-ended questions that aims to gather detailed data about participants' experiences. (9)
A division of the local authority responsible for organising social care services. (6,7,10)
A research method involving an in-depth analysis of a particular event, person(s), or organisation. (4,7)
_____ data uses numbers, figures and/or statistics. (12)
The overarching approach taken to a research project, which guides the way the research is carried out. (11)
Observable patterns of health and well-being for a group of people - e.g. an increase in cancer rates in women. (6)
Government bodies which oversee health advice and services. (6,11)
The degree to which research results accurately reflect the phenomenon of interest. (8)
Looking through existing research or publications to find relevant information. Can involve a systematic approach and the use of databases. (10,6)
Non-profit organisations that provide assistance to people in need. Usually concerned with the needs of one particular group, e.g. the elderly. (9)
Acronym for an independent, national organisation that collects official data on aspects of the UK's population and society. (3)
How dependable or trustworthy research findings are. The likelihood that a repeat of the study would yield the same results. (11)