Question 1

The best location for the initial meetings with potential participants for a qualitative study is
A) in the researcher's office.
B) with a gatekeeper at a location of his or her selection.
C) in the research setting.
D) at a neutral location.

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

Melanie is a qualitative researcher studying veteran teachers' perceptions of the State's new teacher certification criteria. Which of the following is NOT likely part of her primary data sources?
A) Interviews with veteran teachers
B) Observations of Teachers' Union meetings where the new criteria are discussed
C) The articles written in the popular press by teachers who are participants in her study
D) The test scores of the districts students who have veteran teachers.

Accepted Answer

The test scores of the districts students who have veteran teachers are not likely a primary data source for Melanie's study because they do not directly relate to the veteran teachers' perceptions of the new teacher certification criteria. The other options (A-C) are all likely primary data sources because they involve collecting information directly from the veteran teachers themselves or their colleagues.

Question 3

Lakyle's study explores social interactions among mentally disabled adult piece workers. She uses observation as her primary data collection method. Which of the following research sites is likely MOST pertinent to Lakyle's study?
A) The assembly room where participants work
B) Transportation of individual participants to work
C) Participants classroom type training experiences
D) Participants interactions with their caregivers about work

Accepted Answer

Lakyle's study focuses on the social interactions among mentally disabled adult piece workers, which is most likely to occur in the assembly room where participants work, making option A the most pertinent research site. The transportation of individual participants to work, participants' classroom-type training experiences, and their interactions with caregivers about work are not directly related to their social interactions with each other in the workplace.

Question 4

Ankur is conducting a qualitative research study that explores the context of youth competitive soccer. Of the following, which is likely the most prevalent source from which he will collect data?
A) Times of speed drills completed in practice
B) Individual player's statistics for the season
C) Observations of players and others at games
D) Surveys of community members opinions

Accepted Answer

The most prevalent source of data for a qualitative study focused on youth competitive soccer would likely be observations of players and others at games. This method would allow the researcher to see firsthand the context in which the players are operating, including how they interact with each other, how they respond to their coaches and the opposing team, and how they handle both success and failure on the field. While speed drills and individual player statistics may provide some insight, they would not capture the full picture of the context in which the players are operating. Surveys of community members' opinions may be useful to supplement the observation data, but they would not be the most prevalent source.

Question 5

Damir is a music educator interested in successful high school Jazz programs. He goes to work as a 'new' teacher at a high school with a high-ranking Jazz program. He works with the students and with the music educator at the school while exploring the Jazz program.
-Given this scenario, which of the following research sites is likely MOST pertinent to Damir's study?
A) The teachers' lounge in the music wing of the building
B) The Jazz programs' concerts
C) The Jazz programs' practice sessions
D) Individual student lessons with the Jazz instructors

Accepted Answer

The Jazz programs' practice sessions are likely the most pertinent research site for Damir's study as they provide direct insight into the teaching methods, student interactions, and program structure that contribute to the program's success.

Question 6

Lan is working on a study of teachers' use of technology in their classrooms. She uses observation as her primary data collection method. Which of the following research sites is likely MOST pertinent to Lan's study?
A) Faculty/Staff rooms where teachers' talk about technology
B) Conference sessions that teachers attend about technology
C) The classrooms of her teacher participants
D) The computer lab that the students go to after school.

Accepted Answer

Lan's study focuses on teachers' use of technology in their classrooms, so the most pertinent research site would be the classrooms of the teachers she is studying. Options A and B may provide some relevant information, but they are not the primary focus of her study. Option D is not directly related to Lan's research objective.

Question 7

In qualitative research the primary source data is
A) the researcher.
B) the participant.
C) face-to-face interaction.
D) numerical data.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In qualitative research the primary source data...

Question 8

Myles is conducting a qualitative research study of middle management engineers enrolled in an executive MBA program. If Myles' study is consistent with practice, which of the following represents his primary data source?
A) Records from the school that show the program requirements
B) Observations of the students while engaged in coursework
C) Opinion surveys regarding participants purposes for enrollment
D) Students' academic transcripts

Accepted Answer

The primary data source for Myles' qualitative research study would be observations of the students while engaged in coursework. This is because qualitative research focuses on understanding individuals' experiences and perspectives, and observing the students in their natural setting of taking courses in an executive MBA program would provide rich data about their behaviors, attitudes, and interactions. The other options listed (records from the school, opinion surveys, and academic transcripts) would not necessarily provide the same level of insight into the middle management engineers' experiences and perspectives as their actual behaviors and interactions observed during coursework.

Question 9

Jill, a sociologist, is interested in social networking behaviors of exceptional business students. She goes to the business student socials, honorary meetings, and other public events. She does not interact with the business students but does observe and record their behaviors. In this scenario, Jill is best described as an)
A) participant observer.
B) nonparticipant observer.
C) overt observer.
D) privileged observer.

Accepted Answer

Jill is primarily observing the behavior of the business students without actively participating or interacting with them. Therefore, she is a nonparticipant observer.

Question 10

Of the following types of observation for qualitative data collection, which is considered the LEAST obtrusive?
A) Participant observer
B) Nonparticipant observer
C) Overt observer
D) Privileged observer

Accepted Answer

Nonparticipant observation is considered the least obtrusive because the observer does not interact with the subjects being observed. This reduces the likelihood of the observer influencing the behavior of the subjects. Participant observation involves the observer becoming a part of the group being observed and interacting with them, overt observation involves the observer being openly observed by the subjects, and privileged observation involves the observer having special access or knowledge that the subjects do not have.

Question 11

Field notes should be written
A) in the field during the observation.
B) after a time delay to assure reflection.
C) as concisely as possible.
D) by an assistant not the researcher.

Accepted Answer

Field notes should be written in the field during the observation to ensure accuracy and capture all necessary details. Delaying the writing of field notes can result in forgetting important information or biasing the memory of the observer. It is important to write concisely and include only relevant information. Field notes should ideally be written by the researcher conducting the observation.

Question 12

A framework for field notes that is consistent across observation sessions developed before data collection is referred to as
A) a memo.
B) a protocol.
C) interaction analysis.
D) a thick description.

Accepted Answer

A protocol is a set of guidelines or instructions established before data collection to ensure consistency in recording field notes across observation sessions. Memos are written documents that serve as a record of researcher's reflections and thoughts during data analysis. Interaction analysis is a method for studying social interaction by analyzing verbal and nonverbal behaviors. Thick description refers to a detailed and comprehensive description of social phenomena.

Question 13

In the initial observation session it is suggested that the researcher
A) stay for an extended length of time to better understand the setting.
B) stay for a short time until the process of writing field notes is established.
C) observe only, do not take any field notes as it will diminish your focus.
D) ask numerous questions of all potential participants to establish rapport.

Accepted Answer

Staying for a short time initially helps the researcher to focus on establishing the process of writing field notes without being overwhelmed, allowing for a gradual understanding of the setting.

Question 14

Lupe's study describes the experiences of Division I cross country athletes. She uses observations as her primary data collection methods. Which of the following research sites is likely MOST pertinent to Lupe's study?
A) Cross country practice
B) Coaches' conference meeting
C) Parent's of athletes homes
D) Athlete's high school coaches offices

Accepted Answer

Lupe's study focuses on the experiences of Division I cross country athletes, so the most pertinent research site would be cross country practice, where she can directly observe the athletes and their experiences. The other options are not as relevant to Lupe's study.

Question 15

Of the following the most common data source in a qualitative study is
A) e-mail.
B) survey data.
C) observations.
D) document analysis.

Accepted Answer

Observations are the most common data source for qualitative studies as they involve direct observation of the phenomenon being studied. E-mail, survey data, and document analysis may also be used as data sources in qualitative research, but they are not as common as observations.

Question 16

As a researcher interested in young children's motivation to read, Cynthia works as a volunteer in a pre-kindergarten setting for approximately 6 months as she collects data regarding children's reading motivation. In this scenario, Cynthia is best described as a
A) Participant observer.
B) Nonparticipant observer.
C) Covert observer.
D) Experienced observer.

Accepted Answer

Cynthia is actively involved in the pre-kindergarten setting as a volunteer while also collecting data on the children's reading motivation. As a result, she is a participant observer rather than a nonparticipant observer or covert observer who would observe from a distance without actively participating. She is also not an experienced observer as the term implies having prior experience or expertise.

Question 17

According to your text, the three primary data collection techniques qualitative researchers use include all of the following EXCEPT
A) Observations
B) Interviews
C) Examining records
D) Attitude surveys

Accepted Answer

The three primary data collection techniques mentioned in the text are observations, interviews, and examining records. Attitude surveys are not mentioned.

Question 18

Geir is a qualitative researcher interested in studying the role playing games of current children that relate to Nordic heroes. To collect data he goes to afterschool programs that allow a free play period. He observes the children as they play, documenting who they are role playing and the behaviors they engage in as well as how they socially negotiate the script of their play. Geir is best described as a
A) Participant observer
B) Non participant observer
C) Privileged observer
D) Covert observer

Accepted Answer

Geir is a non-participant observer because he is observing the children without actively engaging or participating in their activities.

Question 19

Field notes include
A) the informant's descriptions.
B) the gatekeeper's reflections.
C) both informant and researcher descriptions.
D) the researcher's descriptions and reflection.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Field notes include
A) the informant's descriptions.
B) the...

Question 20

Damir is a music educator interested in successful high school Jazz programs. He goes to work as a 'new' teacher at a high school with a high-ranking Jazz program. He works with the students and with the music educator at the school while exploring the Jazz program.
-In this scenario, Damir is best described as a
A) participant observer.
B) nonparticipant observer.
C) covert observer.
D) experienced observer.

Accepted Answer

Damir is actively participating in the Jazz program by working with the students and the music educator. However, he is also observing and exploring the program as an outsider, making him a participant observer.

Quiz 14: Qualitative Data Collection

The best location for the initial meetings with potential participants for a qualitative study is

Melanie is a qualitative researcher studying veteran teachers' perceptions of the State's new teacher certification criteria. Which of the following is NOT likely part of her primary data sources?

Lakyle's study explores social interactions among mentally disabled adult piece workers. She uses observation as her primary data collection method. Which of the following research sites is likely MOST pertinent to Lakyle's study?

Ankur is conducting a qualitative research study that explores the context of youth competitive soccer. Of the following, which is likely the most prevalent source from which he will collect data?

Lan is working on a study of teachers' use of technology in their classrooms. She uses observation as her primary data collection method. Which of the following research sites is likely MOST pertinent to Lan's study?

In qualitative research the primary source data is

Myles is conducting a qualitative research study of middle management engineers enrolled in an executive MBA program. If Myles' study is consistent with practice, which of the following represents his primary data source?

Of the following types of observation for qualitative data collection, which is considered the LEAST obtrusive?

Field notes should be written

A framework for field notes that is consistent across observation sessions developed before data collection is referred to as

In the initial observation session it is suggested that the researcher

Lupe's study describes the experiences of Division I cross country athletes. She uses observations as her primary data collection methods. Which of the following research sites is likely MOST pertinent to Lupe's study?

Of the following the most common data source in a qualitative study is

As a researcher interested in young children's motivation to read, Cynthia works as a volunteer in a pre-kindergarten setting for approximately 6 months as she collects data regarding children's reading motivation. In this scenario, Cynthia is best described as a

According to your text, the three primary data collection techniques qualitative researchers use include all of the following EXCEPT

Field notes include