Authenticity: In terms of material soundness, the researcher can assess the source's authenticity.
Credibility: The sources of the documents can be double-checked by the researcher. Examine the author's assessment of the document's consequences as well. This shows that the data was not tampered with by the author.
Representativeness: In and of itself, the data's representativeness indicates.
Meaning: the researcher's capacity to grasp the content is an issue.
Data that has been made available to the general public
Published data is the most basic secondary source of information for data collection. Books, magazines, newspapers, journals, and periodicals are all good venues to look for published data. Published data is the most reliable secondary source of information. The validity of data that has been published is higher than that of data that has not been published.
Documents that have been published can be found in libraries and archives. Libraries have a large selection of books, periodicals, and magazines. This information can be cited in your thesis, dissertation, or other research papers. Up-to-date information may be found in journals and publications, which are also available in libraries. In the social sciences and humanities, newspapers may also be used to find references. Newspapers are an excellent source of historical data. Newspapers are a one-of-a-kind source of information for researchers. They include information that cannot be obtained in books or publications. In the archives, the researcher might browse for old newspapers. Books and journals, on the other hand, are generally easier to use because of the bibliography.
Personal documents
Personnel records might be extremely useful in study if data from public sources is scarce. Letters and diaries, for example, are precious personal documents. Personal bias may exist in letters and diaries since they are written by humans and involve personal judgment. The researcher should rule out any risk of bias before using a source in a study.
Electronically recorded data
Secondary research can also be conducted through electronic media such as movies, documentaries, and television shows. In the social sciences and humanities, they are a valuable source of information.
Government-issued documents
Government records include government surveys, tax records, census data, and other statistical reports. They're often used in research endeavors, and they're easy to get by.
Records from the government
NGOs and other public sector groups that keep records can be discovered with public sector records. They can be found in both public and unpublished government records.
Internet
The internet is the fastest-growing source of information in today's globe. The internet has progressed to the point that it can now provide you with whatever information you want. The bulk of the books are available on the internet in e-book format. You can gather information in the privacy of your own home. The internet is a more convenient and faster information source. On the internet, you may find e-books, e-journals, e-periodicals, and e-magazines. The internet currently houses the bulk of books, magazines, journals, and newspapers. Obtaining information over the internet is cost effective when compared to alternative methods. You may become a member of a number of journals; some memberships are free, while others require a little cost.
EDITOR'S SOURCE: Researchprojects
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