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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
Group discussions with multiple participants, providing a collective perspective on a topic
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Synchronous vs asynchronous
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
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
Open-ended questions allow for detailed responses, while closed-ended questions prompt brief or specific answers
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Prompts
Cues or stimuli used to guide discussion or responses from participants
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Clarifying questions
Questions asked to gain a better understanding or clear up any confusion
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Candidate understandings
Perspectives and interpretations provided by participants
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Matching theory
Aligning research findings with existing theoretical frameworks to draw meaningful conclusions
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Rapport
Building a positive and trusting relationship between the researcher and participants
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Active listening
Fully engaging in a conversation, demonstrating attentiveness and understanding
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Disclosure
Participants sharing personal information during the research process
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Managing responses
Handling participant reactions, emotions, or sensitive information appropriately
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Data analysis
The process of interpreting and making sense of collected information
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Thematic
Identifying and analyzing recurring themes or patterns within the data
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Analytic description
Providing a detailed analysis of a particular phenomenon or aspect of the data
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Interpretative autobiography
Analyzing personal stories and narratives to gain deeper insights
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Discourse analysis
Studying language and communication patterns to understand underlying meanings
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Sampling
The process of selecting participants or elements for a study
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Sampling unit
Individual elements within a sample that are subject to analysis
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Purposive sampling
Selecting participants with a specific purpose or characteristics relevant to the research
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Snowball sampling
Participants referring others to participate in the study
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Saturation
The point at which new data doesn't provide additional insights or information
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Theoretical generalizability
Applying research findings to broader theoretical concepts or frameworks
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Validity
The accuracy and reliability of the data collected
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Appropriateness of data
Assessing the relevance and suitability of the collected information
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Goodness of fit
Evaluating the compatibility of the data with the research goals and objectives
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Member checking
Participants verifying or confirming the accuracy of research findings
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Triangulation
Using multiple methods, data sources, or perspectives to enhance the credibility of the study
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Presentation of findings
Communicating and sharing the results of the research study
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Role of threes
A presentation strategy involving the grouping or structuring of information in sets of three for clarity and emphasis
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Excerpt
A short portion or extract of text or data taken from a larger source
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Integrative
Combining various elements, perspectives, or findings into a cohesive understanding
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Decolonization and Indigenous women’s experiences of breast cancer
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
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
Investigating the personal and subjective experiences of individuals with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
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University students' experiences of study drug use
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
Examining how masculinist ideologies are portrayed in Men’s Health magazine and exploring their impact on societal perceptions of masculinity

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