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Which qualitative research method focuses on understanding the organizational structure and internal operations of a cultural group?
Which qualitative research method focuses on understanding the organizational structure and internal operations of a cultural group?
A researcher is investigating how individuals manage problems in a specific social environment. Which type of qualitative research is most appropriate?
A researcher is investigating how individuals manage problems in a specific social environment. Which type of qualitative research is most appropriate?
Which method of research seeks to understand past events by examining evidence?
Which method of research seeks to understand past events by examining evidence?
What type of research involves gathering data through multiple sources such as interviews, observation and documents?
What type of research involves gathering data through multiple sources such as interviews, observation and documents?
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Which qualitative approach aims to explore the common essence of a lived experience among a group of people?
Which qualitative approach aims to explore the common essence of a lived experience among a group of people?
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In which chapter of a research paper would the 'Research Locale' typically be found?
In which chapter of a research paper would the 'Research Locale' typically be found?
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What is the primary focus of Chapter IV in a research paper?
What is the primary focus of Chapter IV in a research paper?
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Which of the following elements is typically included in Chapter V of a research paper?
Which of the following elements is typically included in Chapter V of a research paper?
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In which part of the research process is the 'Theoretical Framework' developed?
In which part of the research process is the 'Theoretical Framework' developed?
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Where would you typically find the 'Research Questionnaire'?
Where would you typically find the 'Research Questionnaire'?
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Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of inquiry?
Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of inquiry?
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A researcher is compiling data and some of their data points are not correctly referenced, such as footnotes, notes, and bibliographical entries. Which characteristic of research did the researcher fail to adhere to?
A researcher is compiling data and some of their data points are not correctly referenced, such as footnotes, notes, and bibliographical entries. Which characteristic of research did the researcher fail to adhere to?
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What is the primary goal of the 'objectivity' characteristic in research?
What is the primary goal of the 'objectivity' characteristic in research?
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A research study is based on a subject matter that is old, already well known, and no longer of interest to current society. Which research characteristic is being neglected?
A research study is based on a subject matter that is old, already well known, and no longer of interest to current society. Which research characteristic is being neglected?
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If a research paper uses complex language and jargon, making it difficult for readers to understand the central discoveries, which characteristic of research is most clearly lacking?
If a research paper uses complex language and jargon, making it difficult for readers to understand the central discoveries, which characteristic of research is most clearly lacking?
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What does the 'systematic' characteristic of research emphasize?
What does the 'systematic' characteristic of research emphasize?
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A research study has been conducted without respecting the confidentiality of participants' identities. Which research characteristic has been violated?
A research study has been conducted without respecting the confidentiality of participants' identities. Which research characteristic has been violated?
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Which of the following is a defining aspect of qualitative research?
Which of the following is a defining aspect of qualitative research?
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Which data gathering approach is considered deductive?
Which data gathering approach is considered deductive?
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What is a primary characteristic of qualitative research?
What is a primary characteristic of qualitative research?
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Which of the following best describes the 'researcher as key instrument' in qualitative research?
Which of the following best describes the 'researcher as key instrument' in qualitative research?
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What does 'dynamic system' refer to in the context of qualitative research?
What does 'dynamic system' refer to in the context of qualitative research?
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What does the 'unique case orientation' imply in qualitative research?
What does the 'unique case orientation' imply in qualitative research?
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Which of these best describes 'context sensitivity' in qualitative research?
Which of these best describes 'context sensitivity' in qualitative research?
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What does 'empathic neutrality' ideally refer to in qualitative research?
What does 'empathic neutrality' ideally refer to in qualitative research?
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What is meant by 'design flexibility' in qualitative research?
What is meant by 'design flexibility' in qualitative research?
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Study Notes
Research Process Overview
- Research is a process of executing various mental activities to discover, examine facts and information to confirm the accuracy and truthfulness of claims.
Research Objectives
- Differentiate quantitative and qualitative research
- Describe characteristics and types of qualitative research
- Justify the usefulness of qualitative research
What is Inquiry?
- Inquiry is a learning process used to obtain knowledge or information about people, places, things, or events. It is also known as investigation
What is Research?
- Research requires inquiring or investigating a chosen research topic.
Characteristics of Research
- Accuracy: Research must provide factual and exact data correctly documented in footnotes, notes, and bibliographical entries.
- Objectivity: Research must deal with facts, not mere opinions or assumptions.
- Timeliness: Research topics should be relevant and interesting to current society.
- Relevance: Topics should be instrumental in improving society or solving community problems.
- Clarity: Research must express its central points using simple, direct, and correct language.
- Systematic: Research must be organized and orderly.
- Ethical: Research must uphold principles of benefit, not detriment; respecting preferences, confidentiality, independence, and freedom.
Qualitative Research
- Qualitative research is a type of research that seeks to satisfy curiosity.
- It involves observing, describing, interviewing, and appreciating.
- It's a type of inquiry that is exploratory in nature.
Qualitative Research - Characteristics
- Inductive Approach: Uses a bottom-up approach. Starting from observations and evolving towards conclusions.
- Subjective: It deals with subjective interpretations.
- Open-Ended Questions: Allows for more in-depth exploration of topics instead of pre-determined answers.
- Flexible Design: Adapts to new questions or information during the research process.
- Multiple Data Sources: Collects data from various sources like interviews, observations, and documents.
- Context Sensitivity: Researchers are aware of the cultural, traditional and beliefs of the subjects.
- Empathetic Neutrality: Researchers remain nonjudgmental when compiling findings.
Qualitative Research - Examples
- Case Study: Seeks to understand the reasons behind events occurring to a subject/topic.
- Ethnography: Studies a culture's organizational structure, operations, and lifetstyles
- Phenomenology: Focuses on the commonalities of lived experiences within a group.
- Grounded Theory: Discovers problems within a social environment and explores how individuals react to them in said environment.
- Discourse Analysis: Examines social practices at various levels (local, institutional, societal) and interactions through text.
- Historical Research: Examines past events in detail for understanding.
- Narrative Report: Presents past events in a logical order using relevant information.
- Biography: Examines an individual's life and how it reflects or correlates with cultural themes of the specific society.
- Action Research: Seeks transformative change through the interplay of action and research.
Research Process - Stages
- Chapter 1 - Problem Setting: Initial stage identifying the research issue, establishing an introduction, defining the problem. Includes statements of the problem, developing hypotheses, outlining a theoretical framework, outlining significance and scope, and defining key terms.
- Chapter 2 - Review of Related Literature: A summary of existing research on the topic, useful in supporting the research study.
- Chapter 3 - Research Methodologies: Choosing appropriate data collection methods, like surveys, interviews, etc.; includes research design, locale, instrument, data gathering technique, participants, procedure, and ethics.
- Chapter 4 - Presentation of Data: Analyzing and interpreting data.
- Chapter 5 - Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations: Summarizing research findings and making recommendations; conclusions.
- Chapter 6 - References: Providing sources used in the study.
- Appendices: Supplementary material such as research questionnaires, documents or letters.
- Curriculum Vitae: A summary of an author's background and accomplishments.
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Test your knowledge on qualitative research methods and their applications. This quiz covers various aspects of qualitative research, including the focus and structure of different methods, as well as the layout of a research paper. Enhance your understanding of how qualitative research approaches aid in comprehending cultural groups and social environments.
