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What is the definition of qualitative research according to Polit and Beck (2017)?
What is the definition of qualitative research according to Polit and Beck (2017)?
Investigation of phenomena through in-depth and holistic fashion using rich narrative materials
What academic degrees does Dr. David Joseph Pereira hold?
What academic degrees does Dr. David Joseph Pereira hold?
BSc (Hons) Biology, MBA (Multimedia Marketing), PhD (Healthcare Management)
What are the key characteristics of qualitative research?
What are the key characteristics of qualitative research?
- Exploratory (correct)
- In-depth (correct)
- Flexible research design (correct)
- Rich narrative materials collection (correct)
Qualitative research can complement and triangulate quantitative research findings.
Qualitative research can complement and triangulate quantitative research findings.
What is one key factor to ensure in qualitative data collection and analysis?
What is one key factor to ensure in qualitative data collection and analysis?
What is the purpose of qualitative sampling?
What is the purpose of qualitative sampling?
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Qualitative Research Design
- Qualitative research is defined as an in-depth and holistic investigation of phenomena through the collection of rich narrative materials using a flexible research design. (Polit and Beck, 2017)
Qualitative versus Quantitative Research
- Qualitative research focuses on exploration, understanding, and interpretation, while quantitative research focuses on measurement, prediction, and control.
- Qualitative research answers "why" and "how" questions, while quantitative research answers "what" and "how many" questions.
Characteristics of Qualitative Research
- In-depth and holistic approach
- Flexible research design
- Collection of rich narrative materials
- Focus on understanding and interpretation
- Answers "why" and "how" questions
Types of Qualitative Research Designs
- Case study: in-depth examination of a single case or a small number of cases
- Grounded theory: develops a theory or conceptual framework based on data analysis
- Action research: collaborative and iterative process to solve real-world problems
- Ethnography: study of cultures, customs, and practices
Qualitative Sampling and Rigour
- Sampling rule of thumb: based on previous studies
- Data saturation: stopping point for data collection
- Trustworthiness: ensuring quality and rigour in data collection and analysis
Qualitative Data Analysis
- Thematic approach: identifying and coding patterns and themes in data
- In-depth explanations and interpretations of findings
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