2.1 RM - Mixed Methods And Types Of Studies Flashcards
What does triangulation involve?
Using a mix of methods to check the validity of your findings
Give an example of triangulation:
Following up on questionnaire research with observations to see if people do what they say they do
What does methodological pluralism involve?
Using mix of methods to get a fuller picture
What are life histories?
An account of life story told by the individual involved
What are advantages of life histories?
- first hand subjective understanding
- able to raise and research new areas
- insight unavailable elsewhere
- see development over time
What are weaknesses of life histories?
- relies on individuals memories
- researcher may lead them
- reflects own attitudes - bias
What are case studies?
• In depth study of a person or group
What are advantages of case studies?
- firsthand subjective understanding
- insight
- development overtime
What are disadvantages of case studies?
Limited
Unrepresentative - 1 group or person
What are advantages of longitudinal studies?
See development over time
What are are longitudinal studies?
In depth studies of a person or group
What are disadvantages of longitudinal studies?
- sample declines over time becoming unrepresentative
- expensive
- need committed researchers
