Question 1

Questions that begin with &#34;who?&#34;, &#34;where?&#34;, &#34;when?&#34;, and &#34;what?&#34; are the main types asked in qualitative research.

Accepted Answer

Qualitative research often focuses on "how?" and "why?" questions to explore deeper understanding and meanings, rather than just factual information.

Question 2

A case study is a research approach that uses a single data source to examine multiple people, groups, or events.

Accepted Answer

A case study typically focuses on a single person, group, or event, using multiple data sources to provide a comprehensive understanding.

Question 3

Under which paradigm do researchers have a relativist perspective that considers reality for each individual to be a function of that person's lived experiences?&#10;A) Post-positivism&#10;B) Critical theory&#10;C) Constructivism&#10;D) Transformative

Accepted Answer

Constructivism is the paradigm where researchers adopt a relativist perspective, emphasizing that reality is constructed by individuals based on their experiences and interactions.

Question 4

Which approach to gather and interpret qualitative data seeks to understand how participants understand, interpret, and find meaning in their own life experiences and feelings?&#10;A) Phenomenology&#10;B) Grounded theory&#10;C) Ethnography&#10;D) Critical theory

Accepted Answer

Phenomenology focuses on understanding how individuals perceive and make sense of their experiences and feelings, aiming to uncover the essence of these experiences from the participants' perspectives.

Question 5

What type of research might collect quantitative data first and then use a qualitative study to help interpret the results?&#10;A) Ethnographic&#10;B) Explanatory&#10;C) Theoretical&#10;D) Exploratory

Accepted Answer

Explanatory research often collects quantitative data first to establish patterns or relationships, and then uses qualitative methods to explore and interpret these findings in more depth.

Deck 13: Qualitative Studies