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What is the primary focus of qualitative research?
What is the primary focus of qualitative research?
- Producing results that can be easily generalized
- Testing hypotheses through numerical analysis
- Gaining statistical data from large samples
- Understanding individual perceptions and interpretations (correct)
In which type of research is data collection continuous until saturation is reached?
In which type of research is data collection continuous until saturation is reached?
- Quantitative research
- Descriptive research
- Qualitative research (correct)
- Experimental research
What sampling method is commonly used in qualitative research?
What sampling method is commonly used in qualitative research?
- Random sampling
- Purposive sampling (correct)
- Stratified sampling
- Systematic sampling
Which characteristic distinguishes qualitative research from quantitative research?
Which characteristic distinguishes qualitative research from quantitative research?
In what setting does qualitative research typically take place?
In what setting does qualitative research typically take place?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of quantitative research?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of quantitative research?
What type of analysis is qualitative research NOT concerned with?
What type of analysis is qualitative research NOT concerned with?
What type of insight does qualitative research seek to gain?
What type of insight does qualitative research seek to gain?
What is a primary strength of qualitative research?
What is a primary strength of qualitative research?
Which of the following represents a quantitative area of research interest?
Which of the following represents a quantitative area of research interest?
What is a typical weakness of qualitative research?
What is a typical weakness of qualitative research?
How does qualitative research typically handle participant selection?
How does qualitative research typically handle participant selection?
What defines a research design?
What defines a research design?
Which topic would likely benefit from qualitative research methods?
Which topic would likely benefit from qualitative research methods?
What is a common misconception about qualitative research data?
What is a common misconception about qualitative research data?
What might be a challenge in qualitative research regarding participant responses?
What might be a challenge in qualitative research regarding participant responses?
What is the primary focus of a phenomenological study?
What is the primary focus of a phenomenological study?
Which type of study involves collecting and analyzing data about cultural groups?
Which type of study involves collecting and analyzing data about cultural groups?
What is the main goal of historical studies?
What is the main goal of historical studies?
What is often a key feature of a case study?
What is often a key feature of a case study?
Which of the following sources is NOT commonly used in historical studies?
Which of the following sources is NOT commonly used in historical studies?
What does an ethnographic study primarily seek to achieve?
What does an ethnographic study primarily seek to achieve?
In phenomenological research, how is data primarily collected?
In phenomenological research, how is data primarily collected?
Which study type would be most suitable for exploring the life experiences of cancer survivors?
Which study type would be most suitable for exploring the life experiences of cancer survivors?
What is the primary focus of exploratory design in research?
What is the primary focus of exploratory design in research?
Which research design is best suited for understanding current trends among a population?
Which research design is best suited for understanding current trends among a population?
What feature distinguishes cohort design from other research designs?
What feature distinguishes cohort design from other research designs?
What is a defining characteristic of mixed-method design?
What is a defining characteristic of mixed-method design?
Which design is specifically aimed at studying a diverse group of individuals at a single point in time?
Which design is specifically aimed at studying a diverse group of individuals at a single point in time?
What is the primary focus of narrative analysis?
What is the primary focus of narrative analysis?
Which research design is characterized by being solution-driven?
Which research design is characterized by being solution-driven?
What does grounded theory primarily involve?
What does grounded theory primarily involve?
When is grounded theory particularly recommended?
When is grounded theory particularly recommended?
What is an example of action research mentioned?
What is an example of action research mentioned?
How does grounded theory utilize quantitative data?
How does grounded theory utilize quantitative data?
What type of method does narrative analysis primarily represent?
What type of method does narrative analysis primarily represent?
What is a distinctive feature of action research compared to other research designs?
What is a distinctive feature of action research compared to other research designs?
Study Notes
Qualitative Research
- Focuses on gaining insights into individual perceptions and interpretations of events.
- Data collection methods include interviews and participative observation.
- Not concerned with numerical data or statistical analysis.
- Employs an inductive approach where data is collected first, then analyzed to form hypotheses.
- Takes place in natural settings (e.g., home, communities).
- Aims to understand participants' perceptions and experiences to gain rich insights.
- Typically uses small sample sizes through purposive sampling.
- Data collection continues until saturation is reached (no new information is revealed).
Quantitative Research
- Collects and analyzes numerical data to describe characteristics and test hypotheses.
- Uses a deductive approach where hypotheses are formed and tested with data.
Comparisons Between Qualitative and Quantitative Research
- Purpose: Qualitative explores and understands social phenomena, while quantitative tests hypotheses and establishes causal relationships.
- Qualitative research develops a holistic understanding, contrasting with quantitative's goal to generalize findings.
Examples of Research Areas
- Qualitative: Influence of the Internet on teenagers' buying behavior, implementation challenges of specific programs (4Ps), experiences of marginalized groups.
- Quantitative: Effects of Facebook marketing on purchasing behavior and impact of counseling on self-confidence in LGBT individuals.
Strengths of Qualitative Research
- Requires fewer participants, making it feasible for in-depth studies.
- Useful for exploring complex phenomena, providing detailed individual case information.
- Responsive to local contexts and can adapt as research progresses.
Weaknesses of Qualitative Research
- Findings may lack generalizability to broader populations or settings.
- Data analysis and interpretation are often time-consuming.
- Findings may be viewed skeptically by the scientific community due to potential subjectivity.
- Researcher’s biases may influence participant responses.
Types of Qualitative Research Designs
- Phenomenological Study: Examines lived experiences and meanings for subjects (e.g., experiences of nurses during COVID-19).
- Ethnographic Study: Analyzes cultural groups by immersing in their environment (e.g., demographic profiles of squatter families).
- Historical Study: Investigates past events and their present implications (e.g., roles of women in historical movements).
- Case Study: Conducts in-depth examinations of individuals, groups, or issues over time in real-world contexts (e.g., experiences of cancer survivors).
- Narrative Analysis: Focuses on how narratives communicate human experiences and individual expression.
- Action Research: Solution-driven research that identifies problems and implements strategies to resolve them (e.g., improving student speaking proficiency).
- Grounded Theory: Develops theories by comparing collected data until categories emerge without testing hypotheses.
Additional Research Designs
- Descriptive Design: Describes characteristics of populations and addresses who, what, when, where, and how.
- Exploratory Design: Investigates under-researched topics for insight to inform future studies.
- Cohort Design: Studies specific groups of individuals over time.
- Cross-Sectional Design: Examines varied characteristics across large groups to understand the impact of certain factors.
- Mixed-Method Design: Combines qualitative and quantitative approaches for a comprehensive understanding of research issues.
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This quiz explores the key characteristics of qualitative research methods, focusing on understanding individual perceptions and interpretations of events. Participants will learn about data collection techniques, including interviews and participative observation, emphasizing the inductive approach used in qualitative studies.
