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Who is credited with laying the foundation of the method of participant observation for anthropological fieldwork?
Who is credited with laying the foundation of the method of participant observation for anthropological fieldwork?
Prior to Malinowski’s work, which groups also followed a similar type of method?
Prior to Malinowski’s work, which groups also followed a similar type of method?
What method examines human experiences through the descriptions provided by the people involved?
What method examines human experiences through the descriptions provided by the people involved?
In the early 20th century, which group of professionals started working through a method called the 'case study method'?
In the early 20th century, which group of professionals started working through a method called the 'case study method'?
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What did fieldwork emerge as, according to the text?
What did fieldwork emerge as, according to the text?
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What did Bronislaw Malinowski emphasize in his work?
What did Bronislaw Malinowski emphasize in his work?
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What is the main goal of the Phenomenological method?
What is the main goal of the Phenomenological method?
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What was the method used by sociologists at Chicago University in the early 20th century?
What was the method used by sociologists at Chicago University in the early 20th century?
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Who were the groups that also followed a similar type of method prior to Malinowski’s work?
Who were the groups that also followed a similar type of method prior to Malinowski’s work?
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What did fieldwork emerge as in the early 20th century?
What did fieldwork emerge as in the early 20th century?
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Study Notes
Major Approaches in Research
- Inductive approach: Focuses on generating theories from observed data.
- Deductive approach: Tests existing theories by applying them to specific cases.
Importance of Qualitative Research Methodology
- Offers non-quantitative analysis focusing on qualitative phenomena.
- Aims to uncover underlying motives of human behavior.
- Distinction between qualitative and quantitative methodologies exists on technical and epistemological levels.
- Technical level allows for flexibility in choosing methods as per research relevance without significant differences.
History of Qualitative Research Methodology
- Evolution from the early 20th century with an emphasis on understanding subjective human experiences.
- Gained prominence in social sciences, particularly in psychology and sociology.
Methods Under Qualitative Research Methodology
- Includes interviews, focus groups, and participant observation to gather in-depth insights.
- Emphasizes contextual understanding rather than numerical data analysis.
What is Qualitative Data Analysis
- Analyzing non-numerical data to identify patterns, themes, and insights.
- Focuses on meanings, concepts, characteristics, and descriptions rather than statistical significance.
Specific Techniques of Qualitative Data Analysis
- Coding: categorizing data to identify themes.
- Thematic analysis: examining patterns across data sets.
- Content analysis: interpreting the frequency of patterns and meanings in qualitative data.
Validity and Reliability in Research
- Emphasizes the importance of checking for consistency and trustworthiness in qualitative findings.
- Methods like triangulation and member checking are used to enhance validity.
Ethical Concerns in Qualitative Research
- Involves maintaining confidentiality, obtaining informed consent, and ensuring participant welfare.
- Researchers must navigate the balance between transparency and protecting participant privacy.
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Test your knowledge of qualitative data analysis with this quiz covering major approaches in research, the history of qualitative research methodology, specific techniques of qualitative data analysis, and ethical concerns. Perfect for students at BITS Pilani Goa Campus and anyone interested in qualitative research methodology.
