Research Methods in Social Science

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What is the primary difference between quantitative and qualitative research?

Qualitative research focuses on studying subjects in their natural setting, whereas quantitative research involves manipulating variables in a controlled environment.

What is the main advantage of using an inductive analysis approach in qualitative research?

Inductive analysis allows researchers to derive primary findings from themes emerging from the data, without preconceived notions or hypotheses.

What is the focus of a holistic approach in qualitative research?

The holistic approach focuses on understanding the entirety of the system, assuming that the whole is better than the sum of its parts.

What is required of researchers conducting qualitative research?

Researchers are required to immerse themselves in the observed group to acquire in-depth data. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of ethnographic research?

Ethnographic research involves studying people in their natural, real-life settings. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of phenomenological research?

The primary goal is to gain a deeper understanding of people's lived experiences and perceptions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of phenomenology as a type of qualitative research?

description of participants' real-life experiences of a specific event Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of a narrative study?

to describe a person's life experiences and discuss their meaning Signup and view all the answers

What is a case study in qualitative research?

an in-depth analysis of a specific person or group of people Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a historical review in research?

to describe past events to understand current patterns Signup and view all the answers

What is ethnography in the context of qualitative research?

the study of the lifestyle and culture of a group of people Signup and view all the answers

What is a research gap in academic research?

an unanswered question or unresolved problem in a field Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary step in identifying a research problem?

Reading available source materials about the topic to identify what is already known and what is still unknown. Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic should a good research problem possess?

A good research problem should be SMART, meaning it should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. Signup and view all the answers

What type of research problem is concerned with making meanings from non-numerical information?

A qualitative research problem. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of considering constraints or limitations when refining a research problem?

To ensure that the research problem is feasible given the available time and budget. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of a case study research design?

An in-depth examination of a single case or a small number of cases. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a literature review in the context of a research study?

To identify what is already known and what is still unknown about the research topic. Signup and view all the answers

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