Unit 4

Question 1

Non-numerical examination and interpretation of observations osv…

Answer 1

qualitative research definition

Question 2

Origins of qualitative research

Answer 2

history, philosophy, anthropology, sociology and psychology

Question 3

6 Characteristics of qualitative research

Answer 3

• non manipulative, open to what happen
• Purposeful sample: selection of the case study
• Importance of the context
• Uniqueness of the case
• Personal experience and engagement
• Qualitative data: detailed information

Question 4

5 steps in qualitative research

Answer 4

1. Identification of the phenomenon to be studied
2. Identification of the participants in the study(purposive sample collection)
3. Data collection(continual observance)
4. data analysis (can use computer programs)
5. Interpretation and conclusion

Question 5

Data collection based on a set of topics to be discussed in depth through a conversation rather than based on the use of standardised questions

Answer 5

In-depth interviews

Question 6

How long does a in-depth interview normally last, and where does it usually take place?

Answer 6

1,5-2 hrs, in the home of the respondent or a neutral place of their choice

Question 7

Three steps that an interviewer should follow

Answer 7

1. present yourself
2. explain the main goals and advantages of the study
3. Confidentiality and anonymity

Question 8

A research method where investigators systematically observe people while joining in their routine activities

Answer 8

Participatory observation

Question 9

Study that focuses on detailed and accurate description rather than explenation

Answer 9

Ethnography

Question 10

A research where the investigator is observing, but not taking part in the group

Answer 10

Non-participant observation

Question 11

Used participatory observation to study gangs

Answer 11

Venkatesh

Question 12

What is the method of Michael Welsch used to study YouTube accounts?

Answer 12

Virtual ethnography

Question 13

Uses ethnographic techniques for inquiry into cyberspace

Answer 13

Virtual ethnography

Question 14

A group of subject interviewed together, prompting a discussion

Answer 14

Focus group

Question 15

The researcher’s function is to serve asa resource to those being studied- typically disadvantaged groups- as an opportunity for them to act effectively in their own interest. They define their problems, the remedies desired and take the lead in designing the research that will help them realize their aims

Answer 15

Participatory action research

Question 16

The in-depth examination(intensive description and analysis) of a single instance of some social phenomenon such as a person, organization or event: village or family

Answer 16

Case study research

Question 17

Analysis consideration of qualitative research

Answer 17

Frequency and intensity of comments

Context and words

Question 18

a meticoulus analysis of the details of conversation, based on complete transcript including pauses

Answer 18

Conversation analysis

Question 19

7 stages of analysis

Answer 19

1. Familiarization with the data through review, reading, listening
2. Transcription of tape recorded material
3. Organization of the data for easy retrieval and identification, anonymize sensitive data and names
4. Coding: classifying or categorizing individual pieces of data
5. Identification of themes/categories
6. Findings
7. Present the study

Question 20

strengths of qualitative research

Answer 20

• good for examining feeling and emotions
• examine processes over time
• Allows for complexity and depth in the issue
• Flexibility
• Less expensive than quantitative research

Question 21

Weaknesses of qualitative research

Answer 21

• Not presentative/generalizeable of the population
• Big volume of the data that is difficult to analyze
• Time-consuming
• can be very subjective