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What does ontology primarily study?
What does ontology primarily study?
- The nature of reality (correct)
- The methods of data collection
- How we construct knowledge
- The ethics of research
Realism and idealism are two opposing views in ontology regarding the nature of reality.
Realism and idealism are two opposing views in ontology regarding the nature of reality.
True (A)
What type of reasoning does qualitative research primarily utilize?
What type of reasoning does qualitative research primarily utilize?
Inductive reasoning
In naive realism, it is believed that we perceive reality __________.
In naive realism, it is believed that we perceive reality __________.
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
What does the correspondence theory of truth imply?
What does the correspondence theory of truth imply?
Qualitative research relies on deductive reasoning to formulate its hypotheses.
Qualitative research relies on deductive reasoning to formulate its hypotheses.
What is meant by 'knowledge as value-mediated'?
What is meant by 'knowledge as value-mediated'?
Which theory claims that something is true when many people agree with it?
Which theory claims that something is true when many people agree with it?
Positivism suggests that knowledge is always value-mediated.
Positivism suggests that knowledge is always value-mediated.
What technique is used in qualitative research to understand constructs and concepts people use to make sense of their world?
What technique is used in qualitative research to understand constructs and concepts people use to make sense of their world?
In the method of ___________, researchers try to produce detailed descriptions of a culture by immersing themselves in that community.
In the method of ___________, researchers try to produce detailed descriptions of a culture by immersing themselves in that community.
Which of the following best describes post-positivism?
Which of the following best describes post-positivism?
Match the qualitative research approach with its primary focus:
Match the qualitative research approach with its primary focus:
Participatory action research is based on critical theory and aims to make positive changes for participants.
Participatory action research is based on critical theory and aims to make positive changes for participants.
What is the primary concern of critical theory in qualitative research?
What is the primary concern of critical theory in qualitative research?
The method known as __________ analysis looks at how conversations are organized.
The method known as __________ analysis looks at how conversations are organized.
Which statement best describes the concept of 'naive realism'?
Which statement best describes the concept of 'naive realism'?
Flashcards
Ontology
Ontology
The study of the nature of reality. It asks questions about what the world is made of and how it exists.
Epistemology
Epistemology
The study of how we know things about the world. It explores the methods and processes of gaining knowledge.
Realism
Realism
The idea that there's a real world independent of our perceptions. We can access and understand this objective reality.
Idealism
Idealism
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Inductive reasoning
Inductive reasoning
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Deductive reasoning
Deductive reasoning
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Retroductive logic
Retroductive logic
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Knowledge as 'value-mediated'
Knowledge as 'value-mediated'
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Positivism
Positivism
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Post-positivism
Post-positivism
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Coherence Theory of Truth
Coherence Theory of Truth
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Pragmatic Theory of Truth
Pragmatic Theory of Truth
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Phenomenology
Phenomenology
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Conversation Analysis
Conversation Analysis
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Discourse Analysis
Discourse Analysis
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Protocol Analysis
Protocol Analysis
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Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA)
Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA)
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Symbolic Interactionism
Symbolic Interactionism
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Study Notes
Philosophical Aspects of Qualitative Research
- Ontology: Studies the nature of reality.
- Realism: Reality exists independently of our interpretation.
- Naive realism: Objective and accurate perception of reality.
- Materialism: Only material reality exists; subjective experiences are byproducts.
- Idealism: Our interpretation IS reality.
- Collective idealism: Shared reality is constructed.
- Relativism: Everyone creates their own reality.
- Social vs. Natural World: No fixed laws in the social world due to human agency.
- Induction: Bottom-up approach; starts with observations.
- Deduction: Top-down approach; starts with reasoning.
- Retroduction: Forming concepts to explain experiences.
- Abduction: Translating experiences into existing concepts.
- Foundational models: Reality can be accurately reconstructed by theories.
- Fallibilistic models: Theories are never perfect; always subject to improvement.
- Value-mediated knowledge: Knowledge is influenced by values, and cannot be completely value free.
- Correspondence Theory of Truth: True statements align with reality.
- Coherence Theory of Truth: Truth is established through consensus.
- Pragmatic Theory of Truth: Useful beliefs are deemed true.
Positivism and Other Currents
- Positivism: Reality exists independently and accurate perception is possible
- Belief in naive realism, induction, and the use of natural science methodology in social research.
- Corresponding theory of truth
- Post-positivism: Modification of positivism.
- Cautious realism instead of naive realism.
- Fallibilistic view of knowledge; truth through summation of perspectives (coherence theory).
- Deductive reasoning for hypothesis formation.
Key Developments and Traditions in Qualitative Research
- Ethnography: Detailed descriptions of cultures through immersion
- Phenomenology: Understanding constructs people use to make sense of the world.
- Conversation Analysis: Examines conversational patterns and organization.
- Discourse Analysis: How knowledge is constructed within specific contexts.
- Protocol Analysis: Identifying cognitive steps in task performance.
- Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA): Meaning of experiences for individuals.
- Symbolic Interactionism: Behavior based on social roles.
- Grounded Theory: Developing theories from data.
- Ethogenics: Studying development of skills in individuals
- Hermeneutics: Studying historical context for better text interpretation.
- Constructionism: Exploring constructed realities from those involved.
- Critical Theory: Identifying how material conditions affect beliefs and behaviours. (Marxist, feminist, queer, etc.).
- Participatory Action Research: Critical theory-based research for positive change.
Course Approach to Qualitative Research
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Explore the various philosophical underpinnings of qualitative research, including ontology, realism, idealism, and methods of reasoning such as induction and deduction. This quiz analyzes how these concepts influence the interpretation of reality and the methodologies used in qualitative studies.
