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Qual Exam 2 Flashcards

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Data collection

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The process of systematically gathering information for research purposes, which can involve various methods and sources.

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Research questions (vs hypotheses)

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Research questions guide qualitative research by exploring phenomena, while hypotheses predict outcomes in quantitative research, providing a clear direction for testing.

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Naturally occurring vs researcher/subject produced

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Naturally occurring data is spontaneously happening, while researcher/subject-produced data is intentionally created for the research purpose.

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Inscription

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The act of recording or documenting data, often through written notes, audio recordings, or other forms of documentation.

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Participant observation

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Researchers actively engage with subjects in their natural environment, observing and sometimes participating in activities.

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Field notes

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Detailed records and observations made by researchers during participant observation or fieldwork.

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Horizons of meaning

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The cultural context that influences the interpretation of data and shapes the understanding of participants

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Text and visual data

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Different forms of information, where text refers to written or verbal information, and visual data includes images or visual representations

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Culture

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The shared beliefs, values, practices, and norms of a particular group or society

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Commercial media/accounts

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Media or accounts created for profit, often shaped by commercial interests.

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Visual ethnography

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Studying cultures through visual means, such as photographs or videos, to gain insights into cultural practices

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Pre-existing/Research-created images

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Images that either exist before the research or are purposely created for the research study

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Photo-elicitation

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Using photographs as a tool to prompt discussion and gather additional insights during interviews or focus groups

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Bibliographical visual and textual data

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Data derived from written and visual sources, including books, articles, and visual materials

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Participant (subject) produced images

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Images created by study participants, offering their perspectives and experiences

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Photo voice

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A method where participants use photos to express their experiences and perspectives, often for social change

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Cultural appropriation

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The adoption or borrowing of elements from another culture, often without understanding or respecting its significance

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Naturally-occurring autobiographical texts

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Personal narratives and stories that happen spontaneously in everyday life

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Textual autobiographies

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Written life stories, providing a detailed account of an individual’s experiences

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Interviews and focus groups

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Methods of collecting information through direct interaction with participants, either one-on-one (interviews) or in a group setting (focus groups)

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Oral history vs in-depth interviews

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Oral history involves narratives of historical events, while in-depth interviews explore detailed personal experiences

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Interview questions

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Questions designed to gather information and insights from participants

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Single participant

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Interviewing one person at a time to gather in-depth information about their experiences or perspectives

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Couple/Dyadic interviews

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Interviews conducted with pairs of participants, often to explore relationships or shared experiences

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Focus groups

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Group discussions with multiple participants, providing a collective perspective on a topic

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Synchronous vs asynchronous

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Synchronous communication happens in real-time, while asynchronous communication involves delays, often seen in online interactions

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In-person vs computer mediated

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In-person interactions occur face-to-face, while computer-mediated interactions take place through digital platforms

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Open vs closed-ended interrogatives

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Open-ended questions allow for detailed responses, while closed-ended questions prompt brief or specific answers

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Prompts

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Cues or stimuli used to guide discussion or responses from participants

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Clarifying questions

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Questions asked to gain a better understanding or clear up any confusion

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Candidate understandings

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Perspectives and interpretations provided by participants

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Matching theory

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Aligning research findings with existing theoretical frameworks to draw meaningful conclusions

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Rapport

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Building a positive and trusting relationship between the researcher and participants

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Active listening

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Fully engaging in a conversation, demonstrating attentiveness and understanding

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Disclosure

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Participants sharing personal information during the research process

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Managing responses

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Handling participant reactions, emotions, or sensitive information appropriately

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Data analysis

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The process of interpreting and making sense of collected information

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Thematic

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Identifying and analyzing recurring themes or patterns within the data

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Analytic description

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Providing a detailed analysis of a particular phenomenon or aspect of the data

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Interpretative autobiography

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Analyzing personal stories and narratives to gain deeper insights

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Discourse analysis

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Studying language and communication patterns to understand underlying meanings

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Sampling

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The process of selecting participants or elements for a study

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Sampling unit

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Individual elements within a sample that are subject to analysis

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Purposive sampling

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Selecting participants with a specific purpose or characteristics relevant to the research

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Snowball sampling

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Participants referring others to participate in the study

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Saturation

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The point at which new data doesn’t provide additional insights or information

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Theoretical generalizability

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Applying research findings to broader theoretical concepts or frameworks

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Validity

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The accuracy and reliability of the data collected

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Appropriateness of data

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Assessing the relevance and suitability of the collected information

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Goodness of fit

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Evaluating the compatibility of the data with the research goals and objectives

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Member checking

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Participants verifying or confirming the accuracy of research findings

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Triangulation

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Using multiple methods, data sources, or perspectives to enhance the credibility of the study

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Presentation of findings

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Communicating and sharing the results of the research study

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Role of threes

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A presentation strategy involving the grouping or structuring of information in sets of three for clarity and emphasis

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Excerpt

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A short portion or extract of text or data taken from a larger source

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Integrative

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Combining various elements, perspectives, or findings into a cohesive understanding

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Decolonization and Indigenous women’s experiences of breast cancer

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A research focus exploring the impact of decolonization on the experiences of Indigenous women with breast cancer.

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Colour blind discourse/modern racism

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Researching and analyzing attitudes related to race, particularly in the context of modern racism or color-blind discourse

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Subjective experiences of PCOS

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Investigating the personal and subjective experiences of individuals with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

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University students’ experiences of study drug use

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Exploring the experiences and perceptions of university students regarding the use of study drugs for academic purposes

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Masculinist ideology and Men’s Health magazine

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Examining how masculinist ideologies are portrayed in Men’s Health magazine and exploring their impact on societal perceptions of masculinity

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