Jeremy, a researcher at a local university, is interested in the nature of playground bullying. He obtains permission for his research and goes to a local middle school to observe playground behaviors. He spends several months watching and taking notes. As he begins to understand the context of the playground, he interviews some students and teachers. He incorporates these interviews into his notes. He systematically identifies themes and categorizes his findings. At the end of his study he describes his findings and how these findings relate to other studies that have been conducted on playground behaviors. Of the following, which best describes Jeremy's research?
A) Narrative
B) Experimental
C) Survey
D) Qualitative

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Jeremy's research involves observing and taking notes on playground behaviors, conducting interviews with students and teachers, identifying themes and categorizing findings. This is a qualitative research approach, which focuses on understanding the meaning and interpretation of experiences, behaviors, and interactions. A narrative approach involves telling a story or personal account, while an experimental design involves manipulating variables and comparing groups. A survey approach involves collecting data through questionnaires or other standardized measures.

Jeremy, a Researcher at a Local University, Is Interested in the Nature