Designing a field study involves several critical steps:
Defining the Research Question: Clearly state the hypothesis or objective. Choosing the Study Population: Decide on the population to be studied, including criteria for inclusion and exclusion. Selecting the Study Design: Choose between cross-sectional, case-control, cohort, or randomized control designs based on the research question. Data Collection Methods: Employ surveys, interviews, medical exams, or environmental assessments to gather data. Ethical Considerations: Obtain informed consent and ensure compliance with ethical standards.
