Today I have started to update my thesis draft on sampling and really articulating my method. I panicked a little when I found some references using 385 as minimum sample (by Cochran’s formula). Then again, after looking elsewhere, if I have 350 sample, that would be enough. If referring to cultivation land areas, I have just enough data but that’s ok. I am happy where I am at now.
So relieved and I am actually looking forward to do random sampling and do my actual analysis. Other than structural model analysis, I gotta find out how to calculate the technological readiness index (TRI) as well as reporting cluster by cluster.
I feel slightly sad that my data collection is over now. I actually enjoyed doing it and met with so many people out of my usual social circle. It’s a mixed feeling but in my gut I feel that I’m going to be here for a while. It’s like there’s unfinished business for me and the community. I feel like my life has more purpose now.
I hope the data analysis reveals a lot more than what I initially found. I am just feeling content. Would like to write more later about my data collection adventure!