Theoretical Issues Flashcards
1
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What is Reliability?
A
A reliable method of getting the same results
2
Q
Some examples of Reliability
A
Quantitative methods =
- Surveys
- Close ended interviews
3
Q
What is Validity?
A
A valid method where it gives you a full picture
Not repeatable
4
Q
Some examples of Validity
A
Qualitative methods =
- Participant observations
- Open ended interviews
5
Q
What is Representativeness?
A
Whether the participant’s are a good cross-section of the population
6
Q
An example of Representativeness
A
Stratified Sampling =
- 50% of female, male, class, ethnicity etc
