WEEK 11

Question 1

How do we assess the validity of research?

Answer 1

• How well has the research been carried out?
  -Are the findings trustworthy?
  -Is the research useful?

Question 2

What is objectivity?

Answer 2

-Unbiased observation
-Methods of data collection are ‘standardised’
-The researcher influences the production of knowledge

Question 3

What is Reliability?

Answer 3

-Reproducibility or consistency of measurements
-Replicated in different contexts

Question 4

What is Generalisability?

Answer 4

-From sample to population, findings are generalisable
-Insights may prove useful in different contexts

Answer 5

Internal Validity: Credibility
External Validity: Transferability
Reliability: Dependability
Objectivity: Confirmability

Question 6

What are the 8 procedures for enhancing validity?

Answer 6

-Triangulation
-Member Checks
-Peer Debriefing
-Disconfirming case analysis
-Audit trail
-Immersion in the setting
-Thick Description
-Reflexivity

Question 7

Triangulation

Answer 7

-Involves using multiple sources, methods, to enhance credibility and validity.
-Establishes the validity of research studies by analysing a research question from multiple angles.
-Uses multiple data sources, methods, investigators to corroborate findings.

Question 8

Audit Trail

Answer 8

Systematic record-keeping approach that enables researchers to:
-Document and track the research process comprehensively.
-Enhance transparency and credibility

Question 9

Thick Description

Answer 9

detailed account of field experiences, putting things in context

Question 10

Reflexivity

Answer 10

Reflexivity is a set of continuous, collaborative, practices through which researchers self-consciously critique/ appraise
- Awareness on how their actions or thoughts may impact research