18 Questions
What is the primary goal of collecting data through observation?
To systematically note and record events, behaviors, and artifacts
Which data collection method is used to ask research questions and gather information through verbal communication?
Interview
What is the purpose of relating research findings with pertinent literature?
To provide context and supporting evidence
What type of research is characterized by observations and interviews as data collection methods?
Qualitative Research
What is the main advantage of using observation as a data collection method?
It provides rich, detailed insights into social phenomena
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of interviews as a data collection method?
It allows for the collection of quantitative data
What is the primary goal of phenomenology as a research design?
To explore people's experiences and perceptions
Which research design involves immersive observation of a group's culture?
Ethnography
What is the main purpose of a case study in qualitative research?
To study a particular case in-depth
What is the primary advantage of using grounded theory as a research design?
It enables researchers to develop theories from data
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of qualitative research?
It involves collecting numerical data
What is the primary goal of data collection in qualitative research?
To explore a phenomenon in-depth
Which data collection method involves recording participants' experiences and feelings about a phenomenon?
Interviews and written descriptions
What is the primary goal of a case study research design?
To describe the in-depth experience of a single case
In grounded theory, what is the purpose of concept formation and concept development?
To develop and test propositions about social phenomena
What is the main purpose of historical research?
To describe and examine events of the past
What is the role of the researcher in a qualitative study?
To observe and interact with participants
What is the outcome of a grounded theory study?
A theory supported by examples from data
This quiz covers the steps involved in the research methodology process, including formulating an idea, developing research questions, collecting and analyzing data, and presenting outcomes. It tests your understanding of the validity and reliability of data, as well as the process of synthesizing data to draw conclusions. Assess your knowledge of the research methodology process with this quiz!
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