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What is the primary focus of critical theory in qualitative research?
What is the primary focus of critical theory in qualitative research?
Which research design focuses on the in-depth exploration of a specific instance or individual?
Which research design focuses on the in-depth exploration of a specific instance or individual?
Which theorist is associated with the concept of understanding life through the participant's eyes?
Which theorist is associated with the concept of understanding life through the participant's eyes?
What is a key characteristic of narrative analysis in qualitative research?
What is a key characteristic of narrative analysis in qualitative research?
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What data collection method records behaviors at specific intervals?
What data collection method records behaviors at specific intervals?
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Which of the following is a disadvantage of content analysis?
Which of the following is a disadvantage of content analysis?
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What is the main aim of grounded theory in qualitative research?
What is the main aim of grounded theory in qualitative research?
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Phenomenology primarily studies which of the following?
Phenomenology primarily studies which of the following?
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Discourse analysis specializes in examining which of the following aspects?
Discourse analysis specializes in examining which of the following aspects?
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What is a primary method of data analysis that involves categorizing large amounts of text?
What is a primary method of data analysis that involves categorizing large amounts of text?
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Which of the following best describes the Halo Effect?
Which of the following best describes the Halo Effect?
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What does the Non-Response Rate refer to in survey research?
What does the Non-Response Rate refer to in survey research?
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What is a primary advantage of personal interviews over telephone interviews?
What is a primary advantage of personal interviews over telephone interviews?
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Which method allows for both quantitative and qualitative data to be collected simultaneously?
Which method allows for both quantitative and qualitative data to be collected simultaneously?
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What is a challenge of implementing Participatory Action Research (PAR)?
What is a challenge of implementing Participatory Action Research (PAR)?
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What is a key objective of Knowledge Translation (KT)?
What is a key objective of Knowledge Translation (KT)?
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In mixed methods research, what does the exploratory sequential design entail?
In mixed methods research, what does the exploratory sequential design entail?
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Which type of bias can affect how survey responses are recorded and interpreted?
Which type of bias can affect how survey responses are recorded and interpreted?
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What describes a limitation of mixed methods research?
What describes a limitation of mixed methods research?
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In focus group discussions, what is the typical size for the number of interviewees within a group?
In focus group discussions, what is the typical size for the number of interviewees within a group?
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What is one of the primary drawbacks of thematic analysis?
What is one of the primary drawbacks of thematic analysis?
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Which research method is most focused on developing new theories from data?
Which research method is most focused on developing new theories from data?
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What aspect of credibility in research focuses on the applicability of findings to similar contexts?
What aspect of credibility in research focuses on the applicability of findings to similar contexts?
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Which data gathering method is known to maintain high flexibility for respondents?
Which data gathering method is known to maintain high flexibility for respondents?
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Which type of validity emphasizes the authenticity of the study's field descriptions?
Which type of validity emphasizes the authenticity of the study's field descriptions?
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Which design type involves analyzing relationships between variables over time?
Which design type involves analyzing relationships between variables over time?
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In qualitative research, which factor may lead to participants changing their behavior due to being observed?
In qualitative research, which factor may lead to participants changing their behavior due to being observed?
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What type of question design allows for creativity and detailed responses?
What type of question design allows for creativity and detailed responses?
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Which drawback is associated with Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA)?
Which drawback is associated with Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA)?
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What is a disadvantage of mail surveys?
What is a disadvantage of mail surveys?
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Which rating error describes when respondents are overly generous in their evaluations?
Which rating error describes when respondents are overly generous in their evaluations?
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Which criteria is essential for ensuring others can verify research findings?
Which criteria is essential for ensuring others can verify research findings?
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Which of the following describes evaluation apprehension in qualitative research?
Which of the following describes evaluation apprehension in qualitative research?
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What is a significant ethical concern when publishing field reports?
What is a significant ethical concern when publishing field reports?
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Which qualitative research method focuses on exploring cultural practices and settings?
Which qualitative research method focuses on exploring cultural practices and settings?
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Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) primarily studies collective experiences rather than individual experiences.
Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) primarily studies collective experiences rather than individual experiences.
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What qualitative research method identifies recurring themes and patterns within data?
What qualitative research method identifies recurring themes and patterns within data?
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_________ analysis examines language use within cultural contexts.
_________ analysis examines language use within cultural contexts.
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Match the following qualitative research methods with their main focus:
Match the following qualitative research methods with their main focus:
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_________ focuses on understanding participants' lived experiences.
_________ focuses on understanding participants' lived experiences.
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_________ theory develops theories based on collected data.
_________ theory develops theories based on collected data.
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_________ analysis explores cultural practices and settings.
_________ analysis explores cultural practices and settings.
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In qualitative research, _________ analysis identifies recurring themes and patterns within data.
In qualitative research, _________ analysis identifies recurring themes and patterns within data.
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_________ analysis examines how stories are told and their impact.
_________ analysis examines how stories are told and their impact.
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_________ involves in-depth investigations of a specific individual or instance.
_________ involves in-depth investigations of a specific individual or instance.
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_________ examines past events to understand present phenomena.
_________ examines past events to understand present phenomena.
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_________ focuses on individual, personal experiences.
_________ focuses on individual, personal experiences.
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_________ explores cultural practices and settings.
_________ explores cultural practices and settings.
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_________ identifies recurring themes and patterns within data.
_________ identifies recurring themes and patterns within data.
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Study Notes
Qualitative Research Steps
- Define the research problem clearly.
- Establish a theoretical framework guiding the study.
- Formulate specific research questions.
- Select an appropriate research design (e.g., case study, phenomenology, grounded theory).
- Recruit participants purposefully.
- Conduct pilot studies and training where needed.
- Enter the research setting.
- Collect data using appropriate methods (interviews, observations, document analysis).
- Analyze collected data to identify patterns and themes.
- Report research findings.
Qualitative Research Perspectives
- Phenomenological: Understands how individuals experience the world.
- Symbolic Interactionism: Examines how shared meanings are created through interactions and symbols.
- Critical Theory: Critiques societal structures to address oppression and promote equality.
Key Social Theorists
- Max Weber: Emphasized understanding social life from the participants' perspectives, avoiding researcher bias.
- George Herbert Mead: Highlighted the role of interactions, gestures, and language in shaping individuals' understanding of the world.
- Karl Marx: Focused on critiquing and transforming society to address inequalities.
Qualitative Research Designs
- Case Studies: In-depth investigations of a specific individual or instance.
- Phenomenology: Studies participants' lived experiences.
- Grounded Theory: Develops theories based on collected data.
- Ethnography: Explores cultural practices and settings.
- Historical Analysis: Examines past events to understand present phenomena.
- Content Analysis: Analyzes written, spoken, or visual communication for patterns.
- Discourse Analysis: Examines language use within cultural contexts.
- Narrative Analysis: Examines how stories are told and their impact.
- Thematic Analysis: Identifies recurring themes and patterns within data.
- Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA): Focuses on individual, personal experiences.
Data Collection Methods
- Narrative: Continuous recording of observations in sentences.
- Tallying: Counting the frequency of specific behaviors.
- Interval Method: Recording behaviors at specific intervals.
- Duration Method: Measuring the duration of specific behaviors.
- Interviews: One-on-one conversations with participants.
- Observations: Systematic observation of behaviors.
- Document Analysis: Examining documents relevant to the study.
Data Analysis Methods
- Content Analysis: Identifies patterns in large datasets of written or visual content.
- Narrative Analysis: Analyzes how stories are told and structured.
- Thematic Analysis: Identifies recurring themes and patterns in data.
- Grounded Theory: Develops new theories grounded in data analysis.
- IPA: Analyzes individual, personal experiences in depth.
Key Criteria for Qualitative Research Evaluation
- Credibility (Internal Validity): Accurate description of subjects and settings.
- Transferability (External Validity): Applicability of findings to similar contexts.
- Dependability (Reliability): Clear documentation of the research process and changes.
- Confirmability (Objectivity): Verification by others based on an audit trail.
Reactivity in Qualitative Research
- Reactivity refers to participants altering their behavior due to awareness of being studied.
- Evaluation Apprehension: Participants' concern about being judged.
- Social Desirability: Participants' tendency to present desirable behaviors.
- Attention Regulation: Participants' altered behavior due to awareness of being observed.
Enhancing Trustworthiness in Qualitative Research
- Minimize reactivity (e.g. through hidden observations or concealment).
- Verify data consistency across observers and over time.
- Employ multiple data collection techniques.
- Prioritize contextual details and authentic representation of participants' perspectives.
- Consider ecological validity to ensure the study setting is relevant.
Data Collection Methods in Surveys
- Web-based surveys: Easy and inexpensive.
- Mail surveys: Flexible for respondents but low response rates.
- Interviews (personal, phone, focus group): Detailed data, potential for interviewer bias.
Survey Design
- Descriptive designs: Document group characteristics.
- Analytical designs: Analyze relationships between variables.
- Closed-ended questions: Fixed answers (e.g., multiple choice).
- Open-ended questions: Free-response format.
Survey Scales and Rating Errors
- Likert scale: Measures attitudes along a continuum.
- Semantic differential scale: Captures subjective feelings.
- Rating errors: Leniency, central tendency, halo effect, proximity errors, observer bias.
Telephone Interviews
- Advantages: Cost-effective, fast, broad geographical reach.
- Disadvantages: Limited use of visual aids, potential for lack of motivation.
Personal Interviews
- Advantages: Flexibility, in-depth probing, higher response rates, observation of non-verbal cues.
- Disadvantages: Expensive and time-consuming, potential for interviewer bias.
Focus Group Discussions
- Advantages: Stimulates group discussions, gathers diverse perspectives.
- Disadvantages: Difficult to control discussions, potential for participant dominance.
Delphi Technique
- Advantages: Reaches consensus through iterative feedback.
- Disadvantages: Time-consuming, potential for bias in feedback.
Mixed Methods Research
- Concurrently and Sequentially (implementation sequence): Quantitative and qualitative data collection together or separately.
- Benefits: Balances strengths of both methods.
- Limitations: Complex, requires careful planning and analysis, resource-intensive.
Participatory Action Research (PAR)
- Focus: Co-generating knowledge with participants for practical outcomes and positive social change.
- Phases: Setting the question, building trust, data collection, analysis, and communication.
- Challenges: Building relationships, ensuring collaboration, identifying appropriate actions.
Knowledge Translation
- Goal: Translating research findings into practical application.
- Importance: Closing the evidence-to-practice gap and ensuring research changes practice.
- Barriers: Lack of time, resources, or access to research, difficulty finding and utilizing available evidence.
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This quiz covers the essential steps and perspectives in qualitative research, including how to define a research problem, establish a theoretical framework, and analyze data. It also discusses key social theories and theorists fundamental to understanding qualitative methodology. Test your knowledge about these critical components of qualitative research.
