Understanding Research Designs in Qualitative Research

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What is a research design considered as in the context of research studies?

A blueprint or skeletal framework of a research study (correct)

A type of research methodology

A plan to collect and analyze data

A method of presenting research findings

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

To evaluate the effectiveness of a program

To identify the underlying causes of a phenomenon

To describe the characteristics of a person or entity (correct)

To compare the differences between two groups

What is a key difference between a case study and ethnography research design?

The level of participation by the researcher (correct)

The type of data collected

The duration of the research study

The method of data analysis

What should be determined before choosing a research design?

The purpose, philosophical basis, and types of data Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of a case study research design?

It can deal with a lot of factors to determine unique characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is typically associated with ethnography research design?

Cultural studies Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sampling in research?

To derive facts and evidence to support research claims Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the list of members of a population from which a sample is drawn?

Sampling frame Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of probability sampling?

It involves selecting all members listed in the sampling frame Signup and view all the answers

When was the first survey conducted that led to the discovery of other sampling strategies?

1920 Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the larger group from which a sample is drawn?

Population Signup and view all the answers

What is the approach of theory development described in the text?

Inductive approach Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aspect that distinguishes historical study from other research designs?

The scope of the study Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of phenomenology as a qualitative research design?

To focus on people's meaning and making strategies in relation to their life experiences Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the title of a historical study?

The scope of the study Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of grounded theory research design?

To develop a theory to explain sociologically and psychologically influenced phenomena Signup and view all the answers

What does a historical study typically cover?

A range of years and events Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following research designs is most relevant to people who provide physical and emotional assistance or relief to others?

Phenomenology Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of quota sampling?

To select individuals who possess the characteristics of the target population Signup and view all the answers

Which sampling method involves selecting individuals who are willing to participate and are readily available?

Availability sampling Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of purposive sampling?

Selecting individuals based on their expertise or experience Signup and view all the answers

Which sampling method is best suited for studying hard-to-reach populations?

Snowball sampling Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of voluntary sampling?

It eliminates the need for a selection process Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a population that might be studied using snowball sampling?

Call center workers Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of unbiased sampling?

Obtaining a sample that represents the population under study Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor that determines the number of sampling errors?

The size of the sample Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary principle of simple random sampling?

Ensuring every member has an equal chance of participation Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of a small sample size?

Increased sampling errors Signup and view all the answers

What is a consideration in finalizing the sampling process?

The expenses for questionnaires and interview trips Signup and view all the answers

What occurs when the selection process does not go as planned?

A sampling error occurs Signup and view all the answers