Qualitative vs. Quantitative Research Quiz
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What characterizes quantitative research?

  • It collects data in the form of numbers. (correct)
  • It focuses on understanding subject perspectives.
  • It uses narrative descriptions from interviews.
  • It relies on subjective interpretations.

    • What is a major disadvantage of qualitative research?

  • It can be generalized to larger populations.
  • Statistical procedures cannot be employed. (correct)
  • It focuses on numerical data.
  • It provides objective results.

    • Which of the following best describes mixed methods research?

  • It prioritizes statistical analysis over narrative descriptions.
  • It combines both qualitative and quantitative methods. (correct)
  • It exclusively uses qualitative techniques.
  • It focuses only on numerical data collection.

    • What is an advantage of quantitative research?

    <p>It removes certain levels of bias through statistical tools.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is primarily collected in qualitative research?

    <p>Narrative descriptions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of research is characterized by being subjective and interpretative?

    <p>Qualitative Research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference between qualitative and quantitative research?

    <p>Qualitative research focuses on in-depth narratives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reasoning is primarily used in quantitative research?

    <p>Deductive reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is fundamental to qualitative research analysis?

    <p>Words and ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In qualitative research, what typically occurs before the literature review?

    <p>Development of research questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of qualitative research?

    <p>Interpreting meanings and symbols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do researchers typically gather data in qualitative research?

    <p>Using observational techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of subjects are involved in qualitative research?

    <p>Participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which research method relies on flexible data gathering processes?

    <p>Qualitative Research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of sample sizes in quantitative research?

    <p>Samples are large and representative.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of research are responses primarily open-ended?

    <p>Qualitative Research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the approach of quantitative research?

    <p>It starts from a hypothesis or theory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of questions are typically used in a quantitative survey?

    <p>Closed-ended questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity is most associated with qualitative research?

    <p>Engaging in participant observation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the data synthesis process in qualitative research?

    <p>Gathering exact details for generalization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical form of data used in quantitative research?

    <p>Narratives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between qualitative and quantitative research?

    <p>Qualitative research focuses on subjective data, whereas quantitative research focuses on objective data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a qualitative research method?

    <p>Survey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key similarity between qualitative and quantitative research?

    <p>Both start with a problem and lead to a new problem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines mixed methods research in the context of research methodologies?

    <p>It combines both qualitative and quantitative methods in a single study.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following titles indicates a qualitative research focus?

    <p>Cultural Differences: Understanding Discrimination in the Maritime Industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an objective of both qualitative and quantitative research?

    <p>To enhance understanding of various life issues and propose solutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the data analysis in qualitative research?

    <p>It relies on subjective interpretation and personal perspectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which data collection technique is commonly associated with mixed methods research?

    <p>All options are common techniques.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary characteristic of qualitative research?

    <p>It uses in-depth interviews and observations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which title represents a quantitative research topic?

    <p>Population rate in Metro Manila in the next 20 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of quantitative research?

    <p>To measure problems using structured data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do qualitative and quantitative research methods differ?

    <p>Qualitative research immerses the researcher in the setting; quantitative keeps the researcher separate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a qualitative research title?

    <p>Family and Peer Problems among Grade 11 Students at JBLFMU-Arevalo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of analysis is primarily used in quantitative research?

    <p>Statistical treatments for data evaluation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be concluded about the structure of qualitative research?

    <p>It is more flexible and exploratory in nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following research titles focuses on lived experiences?

    <p>Teachers’ Plight at the Onset of New Normal Learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Qualitative vs. Quantitative Research

    • Two broad categories of research are quantitative and qualitative research.
    • A researcher can also use mixed methods research.
    • Quantitative research collects data in the form of numbers, such as height, weight, age, daily/monthly/annual income, and grades.
    • Quantitative research tests hypotheses and makes predictions using measurements, then describes events numerically.
    • Statistical analysis of the data ensures the objectivity of the results.
    • Advantages of this type of research: use of statistical tools removes bias, high generalizability of findings, application to large populations.
    • Disadvantages: explanations and descriptions are often limited, interpretations are based solely on the statistical data.
    • Qualitative research collects data in the form of words or statements.
    • Qualitative research aims to describe characteristics and quality of subjects while understanding events.
    • This type of research uses narrative descriptions from in-depth interviews.
    • Advantages: provides detailed descriptions about experiences, allows researchers to elaborate on responses.
    • Disadvantages: cannot use statistical procedures, limited number of participants, dependent on subjective views.

    Types of research designs

    • Qualitative research includes designs such as ethnography, grounded theory, case study, discourse analysis, phenomenology, historical research, narrative report, biography, scholarly chronicle, intellectual biography, life history writing, and narrative biography.
    • Quantitative research includes experimental research (pre-experimental, true-experimental, and quasi-experimental), non-experimental research (descriptive, comparative, correlational), action research.

    Characteristics of Qualitative and Quantitative Research

    Characteristic Qualitative Quantitative
    Objective Subjective, answering "what" and "why" Objective, answering "how many" or "strength of relationship"
    Literature Review Done throughout the research Often done before the study begins
    Theory Development Develops theory Tests theory
    Data Interpretation Rich narrative, individual interpretation Statistical analysis
    Element of analysis Words, ideas Numbers
    Researcher Role Part of the process Separate from the process
    Participants Researchers are participants Subjects
    Context Context-dependent Context-free
    Reasoning Inductive and dialectic Deductive and logistic
    Description Describes meaning and discovery Establishes relationship and causation

    Qualitative Research Methods

    • Qualitative research involves gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data based on observations of participants.

    • The goal is to interpret meanings, actions, and symbols.

    • Data is often collected from observations, interviews, and metaphors.

    • Researchers ask follow-up questions to gain in-depth responses.

    • No specific number of participants is required.

    • Examples: students' responses and behavior, science practices of the Mangyan tribe

    Qualitative Research Titles

    • Examples: Family and Peer Problems, Effects of Cyberbullying, Impacts of Online Learning

    Quantitative Research Methods

    • Quantitative research focuses on measuring hypotheses using statistical tools.
    • Methods are predetermined and structured.
    • Good statistical treatments are crucial for research success.
    • A defined sample size is employed.
    • Examples: population rate in Metro Manila, satisfaction rate of Filipinos, President's performance

    Mixed Methods Research

    • This approach combines quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
    • It takes advantage of the best features of both methods.
    • Research trends are moving towards mixed methods due to the more multidisciplinary nature of research.

    Data Collection Techniques

    Technique Qualitative Quantitative
    Interview Check Survey
    Observation Check Questionnaire
    Focused Group Discussion Check Experiment
    Documentary Analysis Check Polls

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