https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0 Task 1 en-us 2018-12-10 11:31:54 UTC 2019-02-27 13:21:23 UTC hello@padlet.com matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312863604 I have chosen this theme as the number of animals working with in the police forces have dropped by 230 nationwide over recent years (www.bbc.co.uk ). As well as this the number of crimes has increased by 29% over the last 12 months according to Home Office statistics (www.bbc.co.uk). This has lead to me wanting to know if the police should be doing more to increase the number of working animals in the service and if the reduction in their numbers in one reason for the increase in unsolved crimes. In 2018 the unsolved rate of burglaries was 90% nationally(www.bbc.co.uk) showing an increase over previous years. Another crime that has seen an increase over previous years is terrorist attacks. In 2017 there was 5 major attacks (www.express.co.uk) which is an increase over the years previous. If the number of dogs trained to detect explosive was increased the number of terrorist attacks may be controlled as explosives would be easier to detect in places where there is a large gathering of people such as concerts. This would mean that a repeat of the Manchester arena attack is less likely to happen.]]> 2018-12-10 11:39:39 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312863604 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312865458 Shaw, D. (2014). Fall in police dog and horse numbers. Available: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-27757477. Last accessed 10th Dec 2018.

Unknown. (2017). Rise in hate crime in England and Wales. Available: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41648865. Last accessed 10th Dec 2018.

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Scarsi, A. (2018). Terror threat WARNING: UK at risk of attacks as radicalisation happens within HOURS. Available: https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/1029359/terror-attack-news-UK-news-mi5-terror-attack. Last accessed 7th Jan 2019.

]]> 2018-12-10 11:46:09 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312865458 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312876434 When carrying out my research I will be using/seeking two different types of data. Tthese are Quantitative and Qualitative. I will get my data in a number of ways. one of these will be an online survey. ]]> 2018-12-10 12:26:42 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312876434 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312878131 This is data which includes reasoning and include detail as to the response given.]]> 2018-12-10 12:32:43 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312878131 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312878472 This is data which is purely based on numbers]]> 2018-12-10 12:33:51 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312878472 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312878755 There are a number of advantages and disadvantages to an online survey. One advantage is that you can collect both quantitative and qualitative data using an online survey. Also an online survey makes it easier to keep answers anonymous which helps with the ethics once the survey has been completed.
One disadvantage is that people may not give true answers to the questions as they are anonymous which means that people can put what ever they like and it will not be traced back to them.
I have chosen this method as it enables me to keep answers confidential as well as giving me both qualitative data and qualitative data. This means that I am able to see what the sample group's opinions are as well as being able to get statistics from the questionnaire.
My sample for my questionnaire will be my class of 20. This includes 8 females and 12 males. All of these are between the ages of 17 and 22. This group is also entirely made up of Public Service Students.
Once my survey has been completed I will need to consider Ethics, Validity and Reliability. ]]> 2018-12-10 12:35:00 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312878755 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312883213 This can be defined as a set of moral principles or a theory/system of moral values (www.merriam-webster.com). I will apply this to my project be keeping answers to the survey confidential and respecting the privacy of those involved in the research.]]> 2018-12-10 12:48:41 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312883213 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312883323 This can be defined as how well a scientific test or piece of research actually measures what it sets out to, or  how well it reflects the reality it claims to represent (www.aqr.org.uk). I will apply this to my project by ensuring the questions I use in my survey are suitable and will give me relevant data.]]> 2018-12-10 12:49:01 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312883323 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312883483 This can be defined as  a way of assessing the quality of the measurement procedure used to collect data (dissertation.laerd.com). I will apply this to my project by analysing the data I get from the questionnaire to identify any anomalies and not include these in any averages I work out when using quantitative data.]]> 2018-12-10 12:49:22 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/312883483 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/315118003 During my research I will be reading journals, books and websites to collect information that is reliable and valid.
in my research I will be using facts and figures. in my opinion I believe this is the best way of ensuring the information is valid. 
I be finding facts from previous years surrounding the number of animals used in the service as well as the funding for the service.]]> 2018-12-17 11:58:46 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/315118003 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/315125999 The government should increase funding to increase the numbers of animals working in the police service.]]> 2018-12-17 12:36:40 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/315125999 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/315126028 The government don't need to spend anymore as the number of animals in the police service is ample.]]> 2018-12-17 12:36:49 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/315126028 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/317801935 To gain an insight as to whether the public believe there should be more animals in the police service to assist regular officers.]]> 2019-01-07 11:37:35 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/317801935 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/317815050 In this task I will be developing a research tool which is suitable for my research. I will then use this tool to conduct research to collect data which I will then analyse and present. By the end I will establish a conclusion to the research into my question. this conclusion should be ethical but based on the findings and opinions from the questionnaire given to my peers. ]]> 2019-01-07 12:40:49 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/317815050 matthewelmer1 https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/320239362 Once I have carried out my research I will present my data in a number of ways. These will include tables, charts and discussions for my quantitative data. I will use respondent comments to present qualitative data.]]> 2019-01-14 11:49:48 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewelmer1/ar1g7e75sxk0/wish/320239362