Research Methods: Interviews and Observation

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What is a key characteristic of observation as a data collection technique?

It involves collecting data through surveys
It involves manipulating the environment to collect data
It involves interviewing individuals in a controlled setting
It involves watching individuals in their natural environment (correct)

What is a key benefit of using participant observation in research?

Establishing a strong rapport with participants (correct)
Reducing the risk of researcher bias
Increasing the likelihood of participant dropout
Decreasing the validity of the collected data

What is the primary benefit of using observation schedules based on a set of expectations?

It makes data collection easier (correct)
It increases the reliability of the data
It reduces the need for observer participation
It provides more detailed information about natural processes

What is a key consideration for interviewers when conducting face-to-face interviews?

Negotiating a good partnership with the respondent (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial consideration in qualitative research design?

Protecting participant anonymity (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential limitation of using observation as a data collection technique?

It can be laborious and time-consuming (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common data collection strategy in qualitative research?

Structured interviews (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key ethical consideration in research?

Ensuring participant consent and debriefing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between structured, semi-structured, and unstructured interviews?

The degree of flexibility in the interview questions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of using observational methods in research?

Capturing naturalistic behaviors (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential advantage of coding observational data to exact numerical data?

It enables the use of quantitative analytical tools (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration in selecting a research topic?

Identifying a topic with real-world implications (B) Signup and view all the answers

What research instrument is generally a qualitative research technique of open-ended questions to elicit data about a subject?

interview (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which research design is focused on observing and describing the characteristics of a phenomenon?

Descriptive research design (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of observational research?

To describe and observe a phenomenon (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key principle of qualitative research?

Subjectivity and validity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major challenge in data collection strategies?

Social desirability bias (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a fundamental ethical principle in research?

Informed consent (C) Signup and view all the answers