3.3.1. Primary Data
Collection
Field work plays a very important role in collecting
primary data. By applying simple random sampling technique, information were
collected through questionnaire-based interviews at household levels and
personal observation. The questionnaires are designed based on selected
indicators developed under Turner et al (2003) vulnerability framework "Table
2". One question for every indicator under each factor is displayed "Annexe
8".
They were
obtained by directly talking to the interviewees at household level so as to
get very reliable and accurate information because they were the ones directly
affected by the flood disasters and whose livelihood was being disrupted. The
households were interviewed from their individual homes.
To ensure the primary data quality, research assistants were
recruited and trained on how to administer questionnaires and collect quality
data. They were familiar with the study area and fluent in the local language
(Ewe) and French. The questionnaires were pre-tested and edited to cover
identified gaps. The researcher and the research assistants were together in
the field during the data collection period. Additionally, supervision was done
continuously and meetings were held with research assistants on a daily basis
to address any challenges that were met during the data collection process.
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