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Which characteristic of research emphasizes the importance of basing findings on direct experience or observation?
Which characteristic of research emphasizes the importance of basing findings on direct experience or observation?
- Methodical
- Logical
- Empirical (correct)
- Analytical
A researcher designs a study where the procedures can be replicated by others to verify the findings. Which characteristic of research is being demonstrated?
A researcher designs a study where the procedures can be replicated by others to verify the findings. Which characteristic of research is being demonstrated?
- Reliable (correct)
- Critical
- Cyclical
- Analytical
A research project begins with a problem, explores it through investigation, and then identifies new questions based on the findings. This reflects which characteristic of research?
A research project begins with a problem, explores it through investigation, and then identifies new questions based on the findings. This reflects which characteristic of research?
- Empirical
- Methodical
- Cyclical (correct)
- Logical
Which type of qualitative research is best suited to explore and understand the shared patterns of behavior, beliefs, and language of a specific group of people?
Which type of qualitative research is best suited to explore and understand the shared patterns of behavior, beliefs, and language of a specific group of people?
A researcher aims to understand the lived experience of nurses working in intensive care units during a pandemic. Which qualitative research approach is most appropriate?
A researcher aims to understand the lived experience of nurses working in intensive care units during a pandemic. Which qualitative research approach is most appropriate?
A researcher is studying the impact of a new educational program on a specific school. They collect detailed data from students, teachers, and administrators. Which qualitative method are they most likely using?
A researcher is studying the impact of a new educational program on a specific school. They collect detailed data from students, teachers, and administrators. Which qualitative method are they most likely using?
A researcher is analyzing speeches and documents from the Civil Rights Movement to understand how leaders framed their arguments. Which qualitative research method is the researcher employing?
A researcher is analyzing speeches and documents from the Civil Rights Movement to understand how leaders framed their arguments. Which qualitative research method is the researcher employing?
In a research study, maintaining promises and agreements, and ensuring honesty and transparency throughout the process, aligns with which ethical principle?
In a research study, maintaining promises and agreements, and ensuring honesty and transparency throughout the process, aligns with which ethical principle?
A researcher wants to understand the daily lives and cultural practices of a remote Amazonian tribe. Which research approach would be most suitable?
A researcher wants to understand the daily lives and cultural practices of a remote Amazonian tribe. Which research approach would be most suitable?
A research team is investigating the experiences of students who unexpectedly transitioned to online learning during a pandemic. They aim to develop a new model explaining student adaptation in crisis situations. Which research approach aligns with this?
A research team is investigating the experiences of students who unexpectedly transitioned to online learning during a pandemic. They aim to develop a new model explaining student adaptation in crisis situations. Which research approach aligns with this?
A historian is researching the impact of propaganda during World War II. Which research method would be most appropriate?
A historian is researching the impact of propaganda during World War II. Which research method would be most appropriate?
A university is facing declining enrollment in its engineering program. To identify potential solutions, they decide to conduct an in-depth investigation of a similar university with a thriving engineering program, analyzing its curriculum, teaching methods, and student support services. Which research approach are they employing?
A university is facing declining enrollment in its engineering program. To identify potential solutions, they decide to conduct an in-depth investigation of a similar university with a thriving engineering program, analyzing its curriculum, teaching methods, and student support services. Which research approach are they employing?
A psychologist is working with a patient to try and understand the patient's strange behavior. Which research method should the psychologist use?
A psychologist is working with a patient to try and understand the patient's strange behavior. Which research method should the psychologist use?
A researcher aims to understand how online communities form and maintain their unique cultures. The researcher actively participates in an online forum for several months, observing interactions and interviewing members. Which research approach is the researcher using?
A researcher aims to understand how online communities form and maintain their unique cultures. The researcher actively participates in an online forum for several months, observing interactions and interviewing members. Which research approach is the researcher using?
A marketing firm wants to determine how tobacco companies advertise to children despite advertising restrictions, so they analyze children's magazines and online games looking for hidden messages and product placements. Which research approach is the marketing firm using?
A marketing firm wants to determine how tobacco companies advertise to children despite advertising restrictions, so they analyze children's magazines and online games looking for hidden messages and product placements. Which research approach is the marketing firm using?
A software company is developing a new project management tool. They analyze data from user interviews, surveys, and observations of project teams to identify key features and design principles that will best meet user needs. Which research methodology are they primarily employing?
A software company is developing a new project management tool. They analyze data from user interviews, surveys, and observations of project teams to identify key features and design principles that will best meet user needs. Which research methodology are they primarily employing?
Which aspect primarily distinguishes qualitative research from quantitative research approaches?
Which aspect primarily distinguishes qualitative research from quantitative research approaches?
A researcher is conducting a qualitative study on the experiences of first-generation college students. Which data collection method would align best with qualitative research principles?
A researcher is conducting a qualitative study on the experiences of first-generation college students. Which data collection method would align best with qualitative research principles?
In historical analysis, what is the primary role of primary documents?
In historical analysis, what is the primary role of primary documents?
What is a key limitation of qualitative research concerning the generalizability of findings?
What is a key limitation of qualitative research concerning the generalizability of findings?
A historian is researching the societal impact of the Industrial Revolution. Which approach would be most suitable for a historical analysis?
A historian is researching the societal impact of the Industrial Revolution. Which approach would be most suitable for a historical analysis?
How does the role of the researcher differ in qualitative research compared to quantitative research?
How does the role of the researcher differ in qualitative research compared to quantitative research?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the iterative nature of qualitative research?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the iterative nature of qualitative research?
A researcher aims to understand the cultural significance of a traditional ceremony in a remote village. Which approach would be most effective?
A researcher aims to understand the cultural significance of a traditional ceremony in a remote village. Which approach would be most effective?
Flashcards
Qualitative Research
Qualitative Research
Research based on direct experience or observation by the researcher.
Analytical Procedures
Analytical Procedures
Proves methods in gathering data, e.g., historical or case study.
Methodical Approach
Methodical Approach
Conducted without bias using systematic methods and procedures.
Replicable Design
Replicable Design
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Critical Judgment
Critical Judgment
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Phenomenology
Phenomenology
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Ethnography
Ethnography
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Grounded Theory
Grounded Theory
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Historical Analysis
Historical Analysis
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Natural Setting
Natural Setting
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Participant Engagement
Participant Engagement
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Data Collection Methods
Data Collection Methods
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Flexible Research Framework
Flexible Research Framework
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Data Depth
Data Depth
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Researcher’s Role
Researcher’s Role
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Transferability of Findings
Transferability of Findings
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Data Collection
Data Collection
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Data Analysis
Data Analysis
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Developing a Theory
Developing a Theory
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Case Study
Case Study
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Real-World Insights
Real-World Insights
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Content Analysis
Content Analysis
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Study Notes
Qualitative Research: Kinds, Characteristics, Uses, Strengths, and Weaknesses
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Qualitative research takes place in natural settings like homes, schools, institutions, or communities. Researchers gain firsthand experiences of participants.
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It focuses on participants' perceptions, experiences, and needs. Researchers are sensitive to these needs.
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Data collection methods include: observations, interviews, documents, emails, blogs, videos, etc.
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Research frameworks and directions can change as new information emerges during the process.
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Data from human experience can be more powerful and insightful than quantitative data. This research often focuses on a few cases or individuals, making generalizations less common.
Types of Qualitative Research
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Phenomenology: Studies how people give meaning to their experiences. It explores a phenomenon from the viewpoint of the participants. A simple example is how someone perceives a sunset.
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Ethnography: A deep dive into a specific group of people to understand their culture, beliefs, and lifestyle. It's like gaining a temporary membership to understand their world through observation and interaction.
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Grounded Theory: Creates new theories based on collected data. Researchers collect data, analyze it, and then develop a new theory emerging directly from the information gathered.
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Case Study: Intensive investigation of a single person, group, organization, or situation over a lengthy period to understand the factors behind events. Useful for understanding social issues in depth (e.g., social care, nursing).
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Content & Discourse Analysis: Examines the content and communication, including written, spoken, visual, and electronic materials (e.g., letters, books, photos, etc.). It seeks to discover the insights and underlying meanings.
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Historical Analysis: Studies primary documents to connect past events to the present (e.g., Marcos regime). It examines past events, their causes, consequences, and significance.
Strengths of Qualitative Research
- Detailed and in-depth examination of issues.
- Interviews can be flexible, adapted to evolve based on the conversation.
- Frameworks and directions can easily be revised as new information emerges.
- Powerful insights can be gathered from in-depth human experience that quantitative data can't always fully capture.
- Focus on a few cases or individuals, though findings aren't always generalizable, but can be useful for specific contexts.
Weaknesses of Qualitative Research
- Research quality depends on the researcher's skills and biases.
- Processing extensive data can be time-consuming and complex.
- Proving findings can be challenging.
- The presence of the researcher during data collection can affect participants.
- Focus on specific cases might make generalization to a larger population difficult.
Key Terms
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Data Analysis: Examines collected data to identify patterns, themes, and relationships.
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Data Collection: The process of gathering information through different methods.
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Interpretation: The process of assigning meaning to collected data.
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Validity: Accuracy and credibility of research methods and findings.
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Reliability: Consistency of research methods and results.
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Generalizability: The ability to apply findings from a study to a larger, broader population.
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Description
Explore qualitative research methods, including phenomenology and ethnography. Learn about the characteristics, uses, strengths, and weaknesses of qualitative research. Understand how researchers gain firsthand experiences and focus on participants' perceptions in natural settings.
