Question 1

Qualitative research takes a deductive view of the relationship between theory and research, where the latter is tested by the former.

Accepted Answer

Qualitative research typically takes an inductive approach, where theories are generated from the data collected rather than testing existing theories.

Question 2

The epistemological position of qualitative research could be best described as interpretivist

Accepted Answer

Qualitative research often focuses on understanding human experiences and social phenomena, which aligns with the interpretivist epistemological position that emphasizes subjective interpretation and meaning-making.

Question 3

The ontological position of qualitative research could be best described as objectivist

Accepted Answer

Qualitative research typically aligns with a constructivist or interpretivist ontological position, which emphasizes the subjective nature of reality and the importance of understanding individuals' perspectives and experiences.

Question 4

Which of the following is not a main research method associated with qualitative research?

Accepted Answer

Content analysis is typically associated with quantitative research as it involves systematically coding and counting content to analyze patterns.

Question 5

In inductive research, theory tends to be tested rather than developed.

Accepted Answer

Inductive research involves developing new theories based on observed data, rather than testing existing theories.

Question 6

Which of the following are the main steps in qualitative research? Please select all that apply.

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Question 7

Blumer's (1954) idea of "sensitising concepts" argued for the use of a definitive concept in social research

Accepted Answer

Blumer's idea of "sensitising concepts" suggests using flexible, guiding concepts rather than definitive ones, allowing researchers to explore social phenomena more openly.

Question 8

The terms "reliability" and "validity" have no relevance to qualitative research, they are more applicable to quantitative research.

Accepted Answer

Reliability and validity are relevant to qualitative research, though they are conceptualized differently than in quantitative research, focusing on credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability.

Question 9

Which of the following is not a criterion typically associated with the term "trustworthiness"?

Accepted Answer

Adaptability is not typically associated with trustworthiness, which usually includes credibility, dependability, and confirmability.

Question 10

Which if the following is not associated with interpretivism?

Accepted Answer

Critical realism is not associated with interpretivism; it is a philosophy that combines a general philosophy of science with a philosophy of social science, emphasizing the reality of the world independent of our perceptions.

Question 11

A key preoccupation in qualitative research is seeing the world through the eyes of the researcher.

Accepted Answer

A key preoccupation in qualitative research is seeing the world through the eyes of the participants, not the researcher.

Question 12

In qualitative research there is a strong emphasis upon social life in terms of processes.

Accepted Answer

Qualitative research focuses on understanding social phenomena and processes, emphasizing the context and meaning of social life.

Question 13

Which of the following is not a critique of qualitative research?

Accepted Answer

Qualitative research is often critiqued for being too subjective, lacking transparency, and having issues with generalization, but it is not typically criticized for being too simplistic.

Question 14

Which of the following is a contrast between qualitative and quantitative research? Please select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Qualitative research often uses words and unstructured methods to gather data, while quantitative research uses numbers and structured methods.

Question 15

In action research the action researcher and the client collaborate in the diagnosis of a problem and in the development of a solution based on the diagnosis

Accepted Answer

Action research involves collaboration between the researcher and the client to identify and solve problems, emphasizing a participatory approach.

Quiz 17: The Nature of Qualitative Research