Purposes of Qualitative Research

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Which methodological approach in qualitative research emphasizes direct contact with subjects in their natural environments?

Ethnography

What distinguishes qualitative research from quantitative research in terms of data collection?

Relies on non-numerical observations and analyses

What is the primary purpose of the complementary aspect of qualitative research?

To add depth and context to quantitative findings

In qualitative research, what is the main goal of using detailed descriptions?

<p>To provide rich descriptions of individuals’ experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic distinguishes observational research in qualitative studies?

<p>Relies on direct observation, often with the naked eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key feature of participant observation?

<p>Researchers becoming part of the group being studied</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of participant observation in qualitative research?

<p>Provides insights beyond surface-level information</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of interview do questions emerge naturally during participant observation?

<p>Informal conversational interviews</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does participant observation focus on in terms of data collection?

<p>Observations, informal interactions, recordings</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is participant observation considered valuable in studying social phenomena?

<p>It allows researchers to capture the complexities of human behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

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