data collection for ql research Flashcards
what are the 5 key types of ql research
pheno, ethno, grounded theory, case study, narrative
focuses on understanding the essence & meaning of a particular phenomenon as perceived by individuals who have lived through it
phenomenology
seeks to capture the subjective experiences & perspectives of participants
pheno
A researcher conducting a phenomenological study might explore the lived experiences of individuals who have survived a natural disaster to understand the psychological & emotional impact of such events.
phenomenology
involves immersing oneself in a specific cultural or social group to observe & understand its practices, customs, beliefs, & values.
ethnography
Researchers spend extended periods of time within the community to gain a holistic view of its way of life.
ethnography
An ethnographer might immerse themselves in a remote indigenous community to study their cultural practices, rituals, & social dynamics.
ethnography
aims to generate new theories or conceptual frameworks based on the analysis of data collected from interviews, observations, or documents.
grounded theory
involves systematically coding & categorizing data to identify patterns & develop theoretical explanations.
grounded theory
The researcher might investigate the coping mechanisms employed by cancer patients by conducting interviews & analyzing their experiences.
grounded theory
involve an in-depth examination of a specific individual, group, organization, or event.
case study
allows for an exploration of complex social phenomena in their real-life context, uncovering rich, detailed insights that may not be accessible
case study
provide an opportunity to examine unique or rare cases, delve into historical contexts, and generate context-specific knowledge
case study
The findings from case studies are often highly detailed & context-bound, offering rich descriptions & contributing to theory development or refinement.
case study
could involve examining a specific company’s organizational culture to understand its impact on employee performance & job satisfaction.
case study
focuses on analyzing the stories & personal narratives of individuals to gain insights into their experiences, identities, & sense-making processes
narrative research
emphasizes the power of storytelling in constructing meaning.
narrative research
might analyze the personal narratives of individuals who have experienced significant life transitions, such as migration or career changes, to understand the underlying meaning
narrative research
series of interrelated activities aimed at gathering good information to answer emerging research questions
data collection
“to make meaning clear”
thicker descriptions
no new ideas /data
emerge
saturation data
