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What is a key characteristic of Participatory Action Research?
Which qualitative research approach focuses on understanding the essence of experiences?
In which research methodology would you most likely find a focus on social interactions and communication patterns?
Which of the following best describes Grounded Theory?
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What type of qualitative methodology would be best suited for studying individuals' perceptions of racism in the workplace?
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Which qualitative research approach would typically involve an extensive examination of a single group or individual?
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Which sampling method is most likely to be utilized in qualitative methodologies?
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What is the primary purpose of using qualitative research methodologies?
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What is the primary belief of positivism in research methodologies?
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What type of data collection technique is exemplified by the satisfaction survey mentioned?
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Which of the following represents a subjective method in research?
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What challenge does the patient experience described highlight regarding data collection methodologies?
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In which sampling method would researchers select participants who exhibit specific characteristics relevant to the study?
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What aspect of social research is emphasized by a constructivist approach?
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What could be a limitation of relying solely on quantitative data collection methods?
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Which method is most appropriate for gathering in-depth narrative accounts from participants?
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Which of the following best describes a key characteristic of Qualitative Research?
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What type of sampling is primarily used in Qualitative Research?
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Which of the following methods is NOT traditionally associated with Qualitative Research?
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In Qualitative Research, which statement is true regarding data analysis?
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What is a major purpose of using Qualitative Research in social contexts?
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Which qualitative approach focuses primarily on the lived experiences of individuals?
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In what scenario would Qualitative Research be particularly beneficial?
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How does sampling in Qualitative Research differ from Quantitative Research?
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Study Notes
Types of Research Methodologies
- Quantitative research is used to collect and analyze numerical data.
- Qualitative research is used to collect and analyze non-numerical data, such as text, video, or audio.
- Mixed methods research combines both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Qualitative Research
- Qualitative research focuses on understanding concepts, opinions, or experiences.
- Some key features of qualitative research include:
- Naturalistic methods
- Searching for meaning rather than cause
- Purposive sampling
- Iterative process
- Inductive data analysis
When to use Qualitative Research
- Consider using qualitative research when your research question involves:
- Words such as "how", "why", or "what"
- A desire to understand a phenomenon in depth
- A belief that numbers alone may not reveal the whole story
- A preference for a subjective answer
- A tolerance for deviations in research
Types of Qualitative Research Approaches
- Participatory Action Research – involves research participants in the research process.
- Phenomenological research – explores the lived experiences of individuals.
- Grounded Theory – studies a particular process and discovers new theories based on real-world data.
- Conversation Analysis – examines social interaction through verbal and nonverbal conduct in everyday life.
Case Study Research
- Case study research examines in-depth data relating to several variables, focusing on a single individual, group, or community.
- An example of a case study is a life history, which tells the story of one specific person.
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This quiz explores various types of research methodologies, focusing on qualitative research. You'll learn about the key features, when to use qualitative methods, and how it contrasts with quantitative research. Test your understanding of these essential research concepts.
