Within the Discussion Board area, write 500-600 words that respond to the given questions with your ideas, thoughts and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

Assignment Objectives

Develop a strategy for data collection using appropriate statistical tools

Describe the steps in the research design process. Be sure to use specific terminology related to research design and include a discussion on the steps to effective research design.

How does research design differ from research methods?

Based on the information you researched, how would you develop a plan regarding for data collection and the database selection process when preparing to create a new initiative?

How important is it for health care researchers to use appropriate statistical tools and databases to ensure the accuracy and relevancy of data?

Use sites such as CDC and Healthy People to find real-world examples of research-based interventions. Describe how the research was conducted and used to create a health care improvement initiative or intervention. What type of databases might be helpful in helping to conduct similar research?

Include 2-3 Scholarly references, APA format for references, in body citations, and complete assignment.