Understanding Data and Sampling Methods

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What is the term for the entire aggregation of cases where a researcher is interested?

Population

What is the goal of achieving representativeness in sampling?

To ensure the sample closely resembles the population

What is the main limitation of non-probability sampling?

Findings are limited to the sample

What is the primary advantage of probability sampling?

Findings can be generalized to the population

What type of sampling involves selecting samples based on convenience?

Convenience sampling

What is the term for the process of selecting a portion of the population for research?

Sampling

What is another name for Accidental Sampling?

Referral System

In Stratified Random Sampling, what is the process after stratification?

Selecting an appropriate number of elements from each stratum at random

What is the focus of Phenomenology in Qualitative Research Design?

Focused on lived experiences

What is the main challenge of Historical Research?

Determination of the authenticity of the historical evidences

What is the goal of Ethnography in Qualitative Research Design?

Describe and interpret behavior of a certain culture

What is the name of the theory developed by Glaser and Strauss in 1967?

Grounded Theory

This quiz covers the basics of understanding data, ways to systematically collect data, and the importance of sampling in research. Learn about the population, sampling process, and how to achieve representativeness in a sample.

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