Deck 23: Collecting Qualitative Data

Question 1

Focus groups often use homogeneous sampling to recruit participants with similar backgrounds, experiences, or perspectives.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

The Delphi method is a structured decision-making and forecasting process in which participants engaged in completing individual questionnaires.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What type of data collection starts with a list of open-ended questions, which are followed up with more questions to provide a more complete or specific response?

A) In-depth interview
B) Focus-group discussion
C) Semi-structured interview
D) Overt observation

Answer 3

C

Question 4

What is the normal group size for a focus group discussion?

A) 8 to 10 people
B) 4 to 6 people
C) 10 to 12 people
D) 2 to 4 people

Question 5

What type of observation involves the researcher studying participants in a laboratory in full view of the participants?

A) Natural
B) Controlled
C) Overt
D) Covert