Step 8: How to Collect the Data

Study the Privacy Act and the HIPAA guidelines which protect information that might personally identify an individual.

You've made it this far! You are now ready to decide HOW you will collect the data. There are many different methods available in gathering data, and technology is only adding more. How do you know which method to choose? How can you guarantee confidentiality for your respondents?

We will be discussing the following:

• Assess Available Methods
• Plan Data Collection and Follow-up Procedures
• Ethical Issues, Confidentiality, & Other Considerations

Assess Available Methods >>

rev. 15-Jul-2006