Question 1

A focus group is a form of group interview in which there are several participants (in addition to the moderator/facilitator); there is an emphasis in the questioning on a fairly tightly defined topic.

Accepted Answer

A focus group is indeed a group interview method where multiple participants discuss a specific topic, guided by a moderator, to gather diverse perspectives and insights.

Question 2

In a focus group study, the emphasis is on the interaction within the group and the joint construction of meaning.

Accepted Answer

Focus groups are designed to encourage discussion and interaction among participants, allowing them to build on each other's ideas and collectively construct meaning around the topic being studied.

Question 3

Which of the following is not a use for a focus group?

Accepted Answer

Focus groups are designed for group discussions, not one-to-one interactions.

Question 4

The results of focus groups are usually easily generalizable.

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Question 5

There is a great deal of consensus on how many focus groups should be done.

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Question 6

How large should a focus group generally be?

Accepted Answer

A focus group typically consists of 6-10 participants to ensure diverse input while maintaining manageability.

Question 7

In conducting a focus group, the role of the moderator needs to be somewhat intrusive and structured.

Accepted Answer

The role of the moderator in a focus group is typically non-intrusive and flexible, allowing participants to express their thoughts freely while guiding the discussion subtly.

Question 8

When conducting a focus group, the moderator should err on the side of minimal intervention.

Accepted Answer

Minimal intervention allows participants to express their thoughts freely, leading to more genuine and diverse insights.

Question 9

Snowball sampling is not an appropriate method for recruiting participants for a focus group.

Accepted Answer

Snowball sampling can be appropriate for focus groups, especially when targeting specific populations that are hard to reach, as it relies on participants to recruit others from their network.

Question 10

It is good practice for the for the moderator to outline the goals of the research and the format for the focus group session at the outset

Accepted Answer

Outlining the goals and format at the beginning helps set clear expectations, ensures participants understand the purpose, and facilitates a more organized and productive discussion.

Question 11

Focus groups generally take good account of interaction within the group

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Question 12

Focus groups are a method often associated with feminist research.

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Focus groups are used in feminist research to gather diverse perspectives and emphasize collaborative and participatory approaches, aligning with feminist principles of inclusivity and empowerment.

Question 13

Which aspects of the focus group method highlight its compatibility with the ethics and politics of feminism? Please select all that apply.

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Question 14

Focus groups are difficult to analyse

Accepted Answer

Focus groups generate qualitative data that can be complex and nuanced, requiring careful interpretation and analysis to identify patterns and insights.

Question 15

What are the main limitations of a focus group? Please select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Focus groups can be challenging to control due to group dynamics, are difficult to organize due to scheduling and logistics, and can be influenced by group effects such as conformity or dominance by certain participants.

Quiz 21: Focus Groups