Once most of the data have been collected, the next step for the researcher is to:
A)examine them for prevalent themes and patterns.
B)discuss his/her findings with subjects.
C)present his/her findings to colleagues or the school district.
D)make sure triangulation occurred.

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After data collection, the researcher should examine the data for prevalent themes and patterns. This process is called data analysis and is essential for drawing conclusions and making recommendations based on the findings. Discussing findings with subjects or presenting them to colleagues may occur later in the research process, but they are not the immediate next step after data collection. Triangulation should be ensured throughout the study and is not a standalone task at this stage.

Once Most of the Data Have Been Collected, the Next