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The document reflects on a course about quantitative data analysis that the author took. They felt more connected to the lectures because it was a topic they had prior interest and knowledge in. They realized the value of being able to understand both qualitative and quantitative research based on Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. The course helped strengthen the author's rusty quantitative skills and provided a step-by-step understanding of core concepts. It helped change their view of quantitative research and they now see its value in adding a new dimension to important research.

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Sample of Reflection On My Report

The document reflects on a course about quantitative data analysis that the author took. They felt more connected to the lectures because it was a topic they had prior interest and knowledge in. They realized the value of being able to understand both qualitative and quantitative research based on Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. The course helped strengthen the author's rusty quantitative skills and provided a step-by-step understanding of core concepts. It helped change their view of quantitative research and they now see its value in adding a new dimension to important research.

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Reflection of my report about “Quantitative Data Analysis”

For the first time in class I felt so connected to the lecture. It was nice to learn
something that you have interest and knowledge about I could relate and connect to
better. At that moment of joy, I took a pause and looked at the surrounding and I noticed
a vast majority of them looked very lost except for the few who knew the subject
content. I realized the significance of Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligence Theory.
Howard believes that every child has his/her own unique set of intellectual strengths
and weaknesses. As for me I believe that I have intelligence in Logical-mathematical
and Interpersonal but lack on skills in Linguistic and Nature.
Before the course I had studied aspects of quantitative analysis in college and
continued to employ some of these skills in my later work, but admit that my skills were
very rusty. This course allowed me to view previously examined concepts with more
detail. The step-by-step analysis and instruction of core concepts was very helpful. It
fostered an ability to view quantitative research in a different light and helped me move
past stigmas I had about quantitative research. As a researcher who relies heavily on
qualitative methods of research as a tool of analysis, I now see the value of quantifying
research. Statistical analysis can provide a new dimension to important research in both
International Education and Multicultural/Multilingual Education, which is essential to
promoting changes in research, programs, and policy. Concepts Learned The
challenging rigor of the course allowed me to learn many concepts and stretch myself
as a researcher. As I reflect, I know that there are many things that I must still learn in
the area of quantitative analysis, but I am reassured that this course provided me with
the ability to investigate research questions, code data, analyze data, and write a
quantitative research study. For the final research project, I examined the effect of
anxiety on foreign language test performance. I found that despite the fact that the
project was a pilot study, it provided me with the skills necessary to pose serious
research questions concerning vulnerable populations and their performance in
language classrooms. I feel much more confident about my ability to conduct and
analyze data now, which is an integral part of my work as a researcher. Impact on
Masters Studies as I reflect on the relevance of this course on my current and future
work as a Masters student, I understand the importance of being equipped to conduct
both qualitative and quantitative research. I also realize that this course has given me a
much needed foundation for examining existing research. I am now able to read and
evaluate research with a critical lens. I think that this skill will be valuable as I continue
to examine existing research for my future studies. It is my hope that the ability to
critically view and conduct quantitative research will provide the field of educational
research with needed research on issues affecting minority populations and education
for all.

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