data collection for ql research

Question 1

what are the 5 key types of ql research

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pheno, ethno, grounded theory, case study, narrative

Question 2

focuses on understanding the essence & meaning of a particular phenomenon as perceived by individuals who have lived through it

Answer 2

phenomenology

Question 3

seeks to capture the subjective experiences & perspectives of participants

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pheno

Question 4

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.

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phenomenology

Question 5

involves immersing oneself in a specific cultural or social group to observe & understand its practices, customs, beliefs, & values.

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ethnography

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Researchers spend extended periods of time within the community to gain a holistic view of its way of life.

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ethnography

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An ethnographer might immerse themselves in a remote indigenous community to study their cultural practices, rituals, & social dynamics.

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ethnography

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aims to generate new theories or conceptual frameworks based on the analysis of data collected from interviews, observations, or documents.

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grounded theory

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involves systematically coding & categorizing data to identify patterns & develop theoretical explanations.

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grounded theory

Question 10

The researcher might investigate the coping mechanisms employed by cancer patients by conducting interviews & analyzing their experiences.

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grounded theory

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involve an in-depth examination of a specific individual, group, organization, or event.

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case study

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allows for an exploration of complex social phenomena in their real-life context, uncovering rich, detailed insights that may not be accessible

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case study

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provide an opportunity to examine unique or rare cases, delve into historical contexts, and generate context-specific knowledge

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case study

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The findings from case studies are often highly detailed & context-bound, offering rich descriptions & contributing to theory development or refinement.

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case study

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could involve examining a specific company’s organizational culture to understand its impact on employee performance & job satisfaction.

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case study

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focuses on analyzing the stories & personal narratives of individuals to gain insights into their experiences, identities, & sense-making processes

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narrative research

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emphasizes the power of storytelling in constructing meaning.

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narrative research

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might analyze the personal narratives of individuals who have experienced significant life transitions, such as migration or career changes, to understand the underlying meaning

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narrative research

Question 19

series of interrelated activities aimed at gathering good information to answer emerging research questions

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data collection

Question 20

“to make meaning clear”

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thicker descriptions

Question 20

no new ideas /data
emerge

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saturation data