Global Perspectives & Research – Reflection | e-Consult

Several limitations in my research methodology potentially affected the validity and reliability of my findings. One key limitation was the sample size of the survey, which, while reasonably diverse, may not fully represent the entire UK population. This raises concerns about the generalizability of the quantitative data. Validity, in terms of whether the research measures what it intends to measure, was potentially compromised by the self-reported nature of the survey data – individuals may not accurately recall or report their social media usage or political attitudes. Reliability could be questioned due to the potential for social desirability bias, where participants may have provided answers they believed were more socially acceptable. Ethical considerations arose in relation to obtaining informed consent from interview participants and ensuring their anonymity and confidentiality. The limited sample size also meant that representing diverse perspectives fully was a challenge. These limitations suggest that while the findings offer valuable insights, they should be interpreted with caution. The potential for sampling bias and self-reporting bias means that the conclusions may not fully reflect the reality of the situation. The report acknowledges these limitations and suggests avenues for future research with larger, more representative samples and potentially employing more objective data collection methods. The ethical considerations were paramount throughout the research process and were carefully addressed in the research design and data analysis stages.