30 Questions
What type of setting does a qualitative researcher prefer for data collection?
Natural setting
Which method is significantly used in qualitative research to present people's world views?
Data visualization
What type of characteristics are examined during internal analysis in qualitative research?
Emotional, mental, and spiritual characteristics
How is data gathering and presentation typically carried out in qualitative research?
Through interviews or library reading and verbal presentation of data analysis results
What kind of data is analyzed by examining people's perceptions in qualitative research?
Qualitative data
What do both qualitative research methods aim to uncover?
Hidden insights and underlying messages
What is a characteristic of Vague Subjects Topics?
They lack specificity and clarity
Why should researchers avoid Controversial Topics?
Because they elicit strong, conflicting opinions and debates
What is a key consideration for a Research Problem according to the text?
Timeliness and relevance of the topic
What defines Highly Technical Subjects?
They require specialized knowledge and understanding of complex concepts
What makes a topic Too broad according to the text?
Encompassing a wide range of subtopics
Why are Hard-to-investigate Subjects challenging for researchers?
Due to ethical considerations and access to data barriers
What is the distinguishing characteristic of a True Experiment?
Random selection of participants
Which type of research does not involve randomization in selecting subjects?
Quasi-Experiment
What does Practical Research emphasize?
Critical thinking
What makes a topic researchable according to the text?
Supported by evidence that is observable, factual, and logical
What should be avoided when selecting a research topic according to the guidelines in the text?
Subjects that are extremely specific
Which type of research project may limit the depth and scope of exploration?
Too narrow subjects
What method do ethnographers primarily use to gain insights into a community's customs and practices?
Participant observation
Which approach focuses on uncovering the essence or meaning behind individuals' lived experiences?
Phenomenology
What is the primary aim of discourse analysis?
Analyzing language and communication
Which type of research involves examining all variables affecting a study to understand human behavior?
Quantitative research
In qualitative research, from specific ideas, researchers aim to reach:
Generalizations
What does the phenomenological approach primarily aim to capture during research?
Subjective reality as perceived by participants
What is the main difference between a research problem and a research question?
A research problem is broader and identifies an area of concern, while a research question is a specific query seeking to address a particular aspect.
What purpose does the research question serve in a study?
It sets the stage and provides a starting point for refining the research problem.
How does a research problem differ from a research question?
A research problem lacks specificity and is broader, while a research question is clear and focused.
What role does a research question play in guiding a study?
It provides direction for data collection and analysis.
Why is a research question considered clear and focused?
Because it seeks to address a particular aspect of the broader research problem.
How does a research question contribute to refining an investigation?
By seeking to address a specific aspect within a study's area of concern.
Learn about ethnography and phenomenology, two common qualitative research methods used to gain deep insights into communities and individuals' lived experiences.
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