Week 9

Question 1

Reflects Res’s V of the W and N of R

Define Theoretical Perspective in research.

Answer 1

It reflects the researcher’s view of the world and assumptions about the nature of reality.

Question 2

Study of N and scope of K (how we all know what we know)

What is Epistemology in the context of qualitative research?

Answer 2

The study of the nature and scope of knowledge and how we know what we know.

Question 3

Realist O, Relativist O

What distinguishes a realist ontology from a relativist ontology?

Answer 3

Realist Ontology: The world is real with a single truth.
Relativist Ontology: Truths are constructed, varying based on the observer’s perspective.

Question 4

Pos = R is Ob and Ex, SC = R is C by people, focusing on F and B

Compare positivism and social constructionism.

Answer 4

Positivism: Reality is objective and best studied using experiments.
Social Constructionism: Reality is constructed by people, focusing on feelings and beliefs.

Question 5

Nu vs Wo

What are the key differences between quantitative and qualitative approaches?

Answer 5

Quantitative: Collects numerical data to explain phenomena.
Qualitative: Uses words, images, or videos to understand complex phenomena.

Question 6

List common types of qualitative data collection methods.

Answer 6

1. Interviews (structured, semi-structured, unstructured)
2. Focus groups
3. Diaries and field notes
4. Questionnaires or surveys

Question 7

When studying Com

When is a qualitative approach most appropriate?

Answer 7

To explore new or poorly understood areas.
To understand complex, dynamic phenomena.
To deeply investigate how people experience events.

Question 8

Acc, Sub, Tru

What are some challenges in collecting qualitative data?

Answer 8

1. Ensuring respondents provide accurate, unbiased answers.
2. Avoiding the influence of the researcher’s subjectivity.
3. Maintaining the trustworthiness of the data.

Question 9

Describe the Project OPAL research focus.

Answer 9

To investigate:
1. The relationship between the environment, deprivation, and amenity access on older adults’ physical activity.
2. Key characteristics of older adults’ activity patterns.
3. Contributions of journeys to physical activity levels.

Question 10

Env, Intp, P

What are examples of barriers to community activity identified in the research?

Answer 10

• Environmental: Unsuitable shops, safety issues.
• Interpersonal: Lack of companions for activities.
• Personal: Health problems, lack of motivation.

Question 11

Com each approach’s S’s, Conf…

What is the purpose of combining qualitative and quantitative approaches?

Answer 11

To complement each approach’s strengths, refine and confirm data, and address research questions more comprehensively.