Research Questions Flashcards
1
Q
What is qualitative data?
A
experiences, perceptions, emotions, motivations and intentions etc.
Described in words
2
Q
What is quantitative data?
A
Numerical data
Described in numbers
3
Q
Advantages of qualitative data
A
- Provides understanding
- Explore different areas
- Hear & understand participants’ voices
- Produces narrative, stories
4
Q
Disadvantages of qualitative data
A
- Small samples
- Time-intensive
- Less ‘rigour’?
- Researcher training
5
Q
Advantages of quantitative data
A
- Limited variables
- Representative samples
- Anonymised
- Precise; Statistical comparisons
- Test theories; Policy relevance
6
Q
Disadvantages of quantitative data
A
- Little understanding of individual experience
- Less contextual understanding
7
Q
What are qualities of a good research question?
A
SMART
- Specific
- Measurable
- Achieveable
- Realistic
- Time bound
8
Q
What does a good research question identify?
A
- Problem
- Intervention
- Comparison
- Outcome
- Timeframe
