PARV(M)
Having identified whether a method uses Results that can be expressed using numerical values. or Qualitative data cannot be measured or described as a quantity. It usually takes thoughts, feelings and opinions into consideration. data, you now need to assess other aspects associated with it, to see if is the right method for you, your sport and chosen factor.
A simple checklist to assess your method against is PARV(M).
Practical
Consider the practicality of a method:
- Is this method easy to use?
- Is it easy to identify the results it produces?
Appropriate
Consider how appropriate a method is:
- To what extent does it collect data on the factor I am interested in?
- Does research prove this?
Reliable
Consider the reliability of a method:
- Can I trust this data?
- Is it quantitative and therefore factual?
- If it is qualitative, can I trust myself to be honest when completing it?
- Also, if it is qualitative, is the opinion I have of myself correct?
- Will I be able to collect enough data to ensure it gives me the full picture?
Valid
Considering the validity of a method:
- Will I be able to defend the process I go through?
- Will I be able to defend the location I did it in?
- Will I be able to defend when I completed it?
- Will I be able to defend who my match was against?
Measurable
When considering if a method is measurable, you are questioning whether the results produced can be kept as a permanent record to allow for future comparisons.
Asking all of the above questions, helps you decide whether a method is right for your situation.
It is important to do this as it will help you in the process of data collection and give you a solid start to the cycle of analysis.