Question 1

Qualitative data analysis is ________________.

Accepted Answer

Qualitative data analysis is interpretative in nature as it involves studying non-numerical data such as text, images, and observations to identify patterns and themes. It is not definitive, objective, or generalizable in the same way that quantitative data analysis is.

Question 2

Won has pages of transcribed interviews for her thesis on first generation college students' feelings of stress and anxiety. Of the following, which is something she should do to help her to manage these data?

Accepted Answer

Getting an initial sense and reading through all of the data will help Won to get a broad understanding of the themes and patterns present in her data, and allow her to identify potential areas for coding and analysis. This can also help her to identify any gaps or inconsistencies in the data that may need to be addressed before moving forward with analysis. Once she has a general understanding of her data, she can then more effectively separate and code individual data sets, or create a matrix to organize her data for analysis.

Question 3

Making sense of what data mean is termed _______________.

Accepted Answer

Interpretation involves understanding and giving meaning to data, while analysis involves examining and breaking down data into components for interpretation. Examination and classifying also involve analyzing data but do not necessarily involve giving meaning to it.

Question 4

Henry has a large body of qualitative data and is unsure how to proceed. Of the following what is one suggestion supported by your text, that will assist Henry now?

Accepted Answer

Employing the use of a computer software program to code can help manage and analyze large bodies of qualitative data efficiently, making it a practical suggestion for handling such data.

Question 5

Laqueta is studying the cultural of Catholic schools in urban areas in the Midwest United States. As part of her qualitative study she exams the goals and objectives of the schools. Which data analysis strategy of those below is Laqueta best illustrating?

Accepted Answer

Laqueta is conducting an organizational review by examining the goals and objectives of the Catholic schools. This strategy involves analyzing existing documents and organizational structures to understand the culture within these schools.

Question 6

Joel is interpreting his qualitative data regarding students' perceptions of the role of faith-based groups on public university campuses. Which of the following is a technique that your text suggests that Joel should use during this phase of his data analysis?

Accepted Answer

Extending the analysis and suggesting potential implications is a common technique in qualitative data analysis to understand the broader impact and significance of the findings.

Question 7

In Jack's study of school bus misconduct, he included observations but also relied heavily on structured interviews. Which of the following is something Jack might do to ensure credibility of his data?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In Jack's study of school bus misconduct,...

Question 8

Sabrina collected and analyzed her qualitative dissertation data that examined the meditation strategies used by chronically ill elderly women. During the interpretation phase she tied her findings to previous research found in the literature that suggested education level may be related to ability to meditate while ill. The strategy Sabrina used is best described as

Accepted Answer

Sabrina tied her findings to previous research found in the literature, which is an example of contextualizing.

Question 9

Karobi wants to assure he has credible qualitative data for his study on violent and aggressive student behaviors during lunch sessions. Which of the following questions might he ask himself regarding the data?

Accepted Answer

Considering biases in qualitative data is important because the researcher's own biases and preconceptions can influence their observations and interpretations. This can ultimately affect the credibility and validity of the data they collect. While the other questions are also important for research, they are not as relevant to assuring credible qualitative data. A) Generalization is not a goal in qualitative research, which focuses on understanding the complexities of specific cases. B) While findings may inform policy, this is not directly related to the credibility of qualitative data. D) Testing competing hypotheses is more relevant to quantitative research where causation can be established.

Question 10

Margarita is cautious about her analysis. She wants to leave some of the interpretation to others and asks questions of the data instead of drawing conclusions. Margarita is employing which of the following data analysis strategies?

Accepted Answer

Margarita is employing the strategy of extending the analysis by asking questions of the data instead of drawing conclusions and leaving some interpretation to others. She is not connecting the findings with personal experiences, contextualizing findings in the literature, or turning to theory.

Question 11

Tamar is studying the inclusion of religion in secular schools. He has coded much of his notes, and has made copies of the originals. One problem he has faced, however, is that some of his notes are illegible. Tamar's problem is best categorized as a problem in data

Accepted Answer

The answer of Tamar is studying the inclusion of religion...

Question 12

Trey is analyzing his qualitative data and is asking himself key questions. Which of the following is likely a question he would pose?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Trey is analyzing his qualitative data and...

Question 13

Of the following, which is an accurate statement of how best to code qualitative data?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Of the following, which is an accurate...

Question 14

Wei is a qualitative research who studies friendship in preteens. She collected observational data for several months and is now engaged in interpretation of the findings. Which of the following questions should Wei ask herself?

Accepted Answer

Wei should ask herself what can be learned from the data to gain insights and draw conclusions about preteen friendships. The other questions (A, B, and D) are important, but not as crucial in the process of interpretation.

Question 15

Laili integrates her data from her study with the review of the literature to analyze her data. She is currently engaged in which of the following data analysis strategies?

Accepted Answer

Identifying themes is a data analysis strategy that involves integrating data from various sources, including study findings and literature reviews, to analyze data comprehensively. This approach helps in understanding the broader patterns or themes that emerge from the data.

Question 16

Ariel is beginning data analysis. Her study seeks to understand depression in young children. She has extensive notes from observations and interviews. She stops to reflect during data analysis and asks herself, "What are the issues related to this problem", "Who else are the key players in my participant's life" as part of her analysis strategy. In this scenario Ariel is displaying which of the following data analysis strategies?

Accepted Answer

Ariel is displaying the strategy of asking key questions during her data analysis. She is reflecting on the issues related to the problem and identifying key players in her participants' lives. This strategy helps her gain a deeper understanding of the data she has collected.

Question 17

Your text indicates that the last step in the iterative process of qualitative data analysis is __________ the data.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Your text indicates that the last step...

Quiz 20: Qualitative Data Analysis and Interpretation