10 Questions
What is the main goal of research?
To generate knowledge and find solutions to problems
Which philosophical view in research emphasizes the objective consideration of ideas?
Post-positivist
What type of data does Qualitative Research primarily work with?
Non-numerical data
Which research approach involves testing objective theories by looking at variable relationships?
Post-positivist Research
What does the prefix 're' in 'research' mean?
'To seek'
What is the main characteristic of qualitative research?
In-depth evaluation
Which type of research involves observing, exploring, and analyzing cultural beliefs of a group of people?
Ethnography
What is the key advantage of qualitative research mentioned in the text?
Less costly
What is a challenge mentioned for qualitative research in the text?
Difficulty in determining validity and reliability
In Ethnography, what does 'Emic' perspective refer to?
Insider's view of a culture
Study Notes
Definition of Research
- Research is a systematic process aimed at finding new facts and knowledge to explain problems in our daily lives and environments.
- The term "research" comes from the French word "cherchier," meaning "to seek," with the prefix "re" meaning "to repeat."
Importance of Research
- To become research literate
- To develop critical thinking
- To generate knowledge
- To find solutions to problems
Philosophical Views in Research
Post-positivist
- Objective knowledge is considered
Constructivist
- Knowledge is constructed, not just passively taken in
Transformative
- Challenges current understanding, leading to new discoveries
Pragmatic
- Incorporates operational decisions for finding answers
Approaches in Research
Qualitative Research
- Explores and understands the meaning individuals or groups give to social/human problems
- Collects and works with non-numerical data
- Common designs: Narrative, Phenomenological, Ethnography, Case study, Grounded theory
Quantitative Research
- Tests objective theories by examining variable relationships
- Objective, systematic empirical investigation of observable phenomena using statistics
- Common designs: Evaluation, Correlational, Descriptive, Experimental, Survey
Mixed Approach
- Inquiry involving both quantitative and qualitative data
- Types: Convergent Parallel, Explanatory Sequential, Exploratory Sequential
Qualitative Research Advantages
- In-depth and detailed evaluation of issues
- Framework can be revised during the study
- Stronger data collection
- Less costly
- Wide variety of information
- Fewer respondents needed
Qualitative Research Disadvantages
- Research quality depends on the researcher's skills
- Easily influenced by personal judgment and biases
- Validity and reliability of data are hard to determine
- Time-consuming
Kinds of Qualitative Research
Historical Research
- Systematic study of past events
- Examines documents to understand and connect them to the present
Ethnography
- Observes, explores, documents, and analyzes a group's cultural beliefs
- 2 perspectives: Emic (insider's view) and Etic (outsider's view)
- 3 aspects of information: Cultural behavior, Cultural speech, Cultural artifacts
Learn about the systematic process of inquiry and experimentation to find new knowledge and solutions for various problems in our environments. Explore the reasons for studying research and becoming research literate.
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