Quiz on Descriptive and Interpretive Approaches in Qualitative Research

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What kind of research questions are well suited to interpretive methodological approaches?

Questions with predetermined outcomes

Questions based on quantitative data

Questions with strong theoretical backgrounds

Questions related to people's experiences (correct)

What should the sample match in qualitative research?

The research questions (correct)

The desired outcomes

The researcher's preferences

The theoretical background

What is triangulation in qualitative research?

Applying statistical analysis

Recruiting participants from the same group

Using multiple data collection methods (correct)

Focusing on a single research question

What is saturation in qualitative research?

Point at which new themes are identified Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of semi-structured interviews?

Having a guide but not following it exactly Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when recruiting participants for qualitative research?

Sources of bias Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of open-ended surveys in qualitative research?

To elicit detailed qualitative responses Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of photo elicitation in qualitative research?

To prompt discussion and reflection Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of considering when to stop interviews/data collection in qualitative research?

To ensure data saturation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when deciding on sampling frames in qualitative research?

Research questions Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of ethnographic observational methods in qualitative research?

Capturing participant behaviors in natural settings Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended group size for Focus Groups?

As little as 3 and as many as 15 Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration for conducting Photo Elicitation with participants?

Rich visual and textual data can be obtained Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Online Forums as a data source?

Can be a great source of data if participants are inaccessible Signup and view all the answers

What type of questions are often used in Open-Ended Surveys for gaining qualitative data?

‘Tell us more’ type questions Signup and view all the answers

What does Ethnography involve?

Long-term observation and collection of field notes Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration in Data Analysis according to the text?

Looking at patterns of meaning in the data Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Story Completion method?

Great at eliciting norms or attitudes Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration in conducting pilot interviews?

Checking after each interview that the desired data is obtained Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Participant-led methods like Photo Elicitation?

Leads to rich visual and textual data Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration in terms of ethics for interviews?

Intimacy and power dynamics Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Long-term observation in Ethnography?

Includes field notes and recordings Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of Data Analysis across different methods?

Looking at patterns of meaning in the data Signup and view all the answers

What does mixed methods research involve?

Combining quantitative and qualitative techniques in a single study Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of data triangulation in mixed methods research?

Using a variety of data sources to validate findings Signup and view all the answers

What is investigator triangulation in mixed methods research?

The use of several different researchers with different academic background or experience Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of theory triangulation in mixed methods research?

The use of multiple perspectives and theories to interpret results Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of corroboration of data in mixed methods research?

Different sources of data reinforce or back up each other's findings Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of using mixed methods research?

To provide researchers with a deeper understanding of a phenomenon Signup and view all the answers

What is data triangulation in mixed methods research?

The use of a variety of data sources Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of qualitative techniques in mixed methods research?

Interviews, focus groups, field notes, document review, etc. Signup and view all the answers

What does corroboration of data aim to achieve in mixed methods research?

Reinforce or back up findings with different sources of data Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of quantitative techniques in mixed methods research?

Questionnaires or surveys, scores on personality or mental health scales Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using mixed methods research in a study?

To explore a range of different aspects of the phenomenon by collecting both qualitative and quantitative data Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes mixed methods research from mono-method research processes?

The need to make decisions about how quantitative and qualitative components relate to each other Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a fully mixed methods design?

Highest degree of mixing of both methods and paradigms Signup and view all the answers

In partial mixed methods designs, how are quantitative and qualitative elements conducted?

Concurrently or sequentially in their entirety before being mixed at the data interpretation stage Signup and view all the answers

What does the time dimension refer to in mixed methods research?

When quantitative and qualitative data are collected Signup and view all the answers

What does the emphasis dimension in mixed methods research refer to?

Whether the quantitative or qualitative approach is dominant Signup and view all the answers

In the research formulation stage, what is the primary focus?

Determining the goal of the study and formulating research objectives Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the research planning stage in mixed methods research?

Selecting the sampling design and mixed methods research design Signup and view all the answers

What is involved in the research implementation stage of mixed methods research?

Collecting the data set, analyzing the data, and interpreting the data Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of validating/legitimating the data set and data interpretations in mixed methods research?

To ensure the accuracy and credibility of the data and interpretations Signup and view all the answers