Question 1

Which of the following types of study design is most likely to be written up using first person language?&#10;A) A structured interview study using content analysis.&#10;B) A semi-structured interview study using thematic analysis.&#10;C) A questionnaire study using content analysis.&#10;D) A questionnaire study using a correlational design.

Accepted Answer

Semi-structured interview studies using thematic analysis often involve a more personal, reflective approach to data collection and analysis, making the use of first-person language more appropriate and common in their write-ups. This style allows the researcher to discuss their interpretations and the process of analysis in a more subjective manner.

Question 2

How might reflexive analysis be integrated into a qualitative research report?&#10;A) It could be woven throughout the report or included within a main section of the report.&#10;B) It should be woven throughout the report.&#10;C) It should be included within one main section of the report only.&#10;D) Reflexive analysis should not be included in the report.

Accepted Answer

Reflexive analysis can be integrated into a qualitative research report either by weaving it throughout the report or by including it within a main section of the report, depending on the researcher's preference and the nature of the study.

Question 3

What type of past literature is it appropriate to draw upon in the introduction section of a qualitative report?&#10;A) No past literature should be used.&#10;B) Qualitative literature only.&#10;C) Quantitative literature only.&#10;D) Both qualitative and quantitative literature.

Accepted Answer

In the introduction section of a qualitative report, it is appropriate to draw upon both qualitative and quantitative literature. This approach provides a comprehensive background, showing how the current study fits into existing research and highlighting gaps that the study aims to fill. Including both types of literature ensures a well-rounded understanding of the topic at hand.

Question 4

Which best describes how the philosophical positions being taken should be handled in a qualitative research report?&#10;A) They should not be included in the report.&#10;B) It depends upon whether the positions taken are in line with what is typical for the research design.&#10;C) There should always be a separate sub-section outlining the positions taken.&#10;D) Only the type of qualitative research design should be included.

Accepted Answer

The philosophical positions taken in qualitative research are integral to understanding the research design and approach. Including them in the report depends on whether they align with the typical expectations for the chosen research design. This ensures clarity and coherence in the methodology section, helping readers understand the basis of the research approach.

Question 5

Which of the following is not a likely potential structure of a qualitative Method section?&#10;A) Design; Rationale; Participants; Procedure; Ethical Information; Data Analysis&#10;B) Design; Participants; Measures; Procedure; Ethical Information; Data Analysis&#10;C) Rationale; Participants and Setting; Procedure and Measures; Ethical Information; Transcription&#10;D) Design and Rationale; Participants and Setting; Procedure and Measures; Ethical Information; Transcription; Data Analysis

Accepted Answer

Transcription is not a likely potential structure of a qualitative Method section because it is a process that occurs after data collection, not during the design or implementation of the study.

Question 6

Which of the following is not an example of information which might be included in the Participants part of a qualitative Method section?&#10;A) The setting in which the analysis was conducted.&#10;B) Information about the researchers' social identities.&#10;C) Where participants were recruited from.&#10;D) The setting in which the study was conducted.

Accepted Answer

The setting in which the analysis was conducted is not typically included in the Participants section; it is more relevant to the analysis or procedure sections.

Question 7

If a coding framework was used in a study, where might it be described in the Method section of a qualitative report?&#10;A) In the Procedure section only.&#10;B) In the Data Analysis section only.&#10;C) In the Procedure, Measures, or Data Analysis section.&#10;D) In the Measures section only.

Accepted Answer

The coding framework in a qualitative study, which is a part of the methodology detailing how data is categorized and analyzed, can be described in the Procedure, Measures, or Data Analysis sections. This is because the coding framework is integral to understanding how the study was conducted (Procedure), how data was operationalized (Measures), and how it was analyzed to draw conclusions (Data Analysis).

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of information which would typically be included with quotations in a qualitative report?&#10;A) Participants' full names.&#10;B) Relevant characteristics about the interviewer.&#10;C) Participants' first names.&#10;D) Relevant characteristics about the participants.

Accepted Answer

Relevant characteristics about the participants are typically included with quotations in a qualitative report to provide context and enhance the understanding of the participants' perspectives. This can include demographic information, job roles, or any other characteristic that is pertinent to the study. Full names are usually not disclosed to protect confidentiality, and the interviewer's characteristics are generally less relevant to the interpretation of the participants' responses.

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of a point of reflexive analysis which might be included in the Discussion section of a qualitative report?&#10;A) The extent to which the sample is representative of the target population.&#10;B) The ways in which the researcher found the research challenging to conduct.&#10;C) The degree of inter-rater reliability for the coding of answers.&#10;D) The extent to which the study findings have transferability.

Accepted Answer

Reflexive analysis in qualitative research involves the researcher reflecting on their own biases, assumptions, and actions throughout the research process. Choice B, which discusses the researcher's personal challenges in conducting the research, is an example of reflexive analysis. This reflection can help readers understand how the researcher's perspective and experiences may have influenced the study.

Question 10

Which is not an example of a question to consider when thinking critically about qualitative research?&#10;A) Is information provided to make sure that the participants are identifiable?&#10;B) Is the study design clear?&#10;C) Do the findings reflect the data?&#10;D) Is the researcher's role in the research process clear?

Accepted Answer

The question "Is information provided to make sure that the participants are identifiable?" is not appropriate for critical thinking about qualitative research because ethical research practices require protecting participants' anonymity and confidentiality, not making them identifiable.

Deck 27: Presenting Qualitative Studies