DRAWING THEMES AND PATTERNS

Qualitative data analysis is _______ by universal rules.

Focusing the analysis in qualitative research can be achieved through

• Assess the quality of the data before the analysis

• Using closed-ended questions for data collection

• Categorizing data

• Narrowing down the analysis by question, topic, time frame, or event

When entering and organizing qualitative data using word processing tools like Microsoft Word, what is a suggested approach to simplifying the recording procedure?

• Randomly structure data to encourage diverse analytical perspectives

• Create a separate file for each interview, observation site, or focus group.

• Conduct a quick review after data entry to ensure accuracy.

• Merge all data into a single file to avoid confusion.

When cleaning qualitative data, one common technique is __________, which involves reviewing the data for errors that may have resulted from a data entry or coding oversight.

In qualitative data analysis, which method involves reviewing every text to classify words, phrases, and sections or developing a matrix to categorize parts during interviews?

• Content analysis

• Descriptive analysis

• Thematic analysis

• Comparative analysis

• Qualitative analysis

In interpreting research findings, which step involves adding meaning to the data analysis and preparing the reader for the research paper's conclusion?

• Listing important findings

• Including participant quotes

• Noting lessons learned

• Applying newfound knowledge

Some refer to it as "_____________," "Presentation and Discussion," or "Analysis of Findings.

In qualitative data analysis, what distinguishes predefined codes from emergent codes?

• Predefined codes are based solely on the researcher's expertise, while emergent codes are derived solely from the data itself.

• Predefined codes are formulated during data collection, while emergent codes arise during data analysis.

• Predefined codes are developed from the data itself, while emergent codes are formulated based on the researcher's knowledge through reviewed literature.

• Predefined codes are more flexible than emergent codes in accommodating diverse data sources

What are the major elements typically included in the format of the data analysis, results, and discussion section of a research paper?

• Presentation of the data, Analysis, Interpretation, Discussions

• Introduction, Methodology, Conclusion

• Hypothesis, Experimentation, Results Verification

• Literature Review, Data Collection, Analysis Techniques

Which of the following levels of interpretation is concerned with explaining the internal validity and consistency of the research results?

• Level 1

• Level 2

• Level 3

• Level 4