Week 8 Research Methods

What is the main philosophical underpinning of Grounded Theory?

• Pragmatism and Realism

• Positivism and Interpretivism

• Constructivism and Naturalism

• Structuralism and Postmodernism

Which type of coding is *not* part of the systematic design in Grounded Theory?

• Open Coding

• Axial Coding

• Selective Coding

• Emergent Coding

The Emergent Design by Glaser is characterized by:

• Step-by-step coding methods

• Co-construction of theory with participants

• Constant comparison and evolving categories

• Theory construction based on participant perspectives

What is the focus of generative research in Grounded Theory?

• Describing observed phenomena

• Identifying 'how' and 'why' processes occur

• Testing hypotheses with empirical data

• Investigating recurring patterns

Which approach in Grounded Theory emphasizes participant perspectives as paramount?

• Systematic Design

• Emergent Design

• Constructivist Approach

• Reflexive Inquiry

Theoretical sampling in Grounded Theory is primarily aimed at:

• Achieving a statistically significant sample size

• Selecting data sources most relevant to theory development

• Randomly selecting participants to reduce bias

• Ensuring a diverse range of demographic representation

What distinguishes Grounded Theory from other methodologies?

• Its structured quantitative data analysis

• Its reliance on deductive reasoning

• Its inductive approach

• Its focus on historical contexts and trends

In Grounded Theory, memos are used to:

• Track emerging ideas and insights

• Collect participant narratives

• Store audio and visual data

• Manage project logistics

Narrative research primarily uses which type of data?

• Statistical and numerical data

• Experimental observations

• Personal and social experiences

• Longitudinal trends and patterns

Which characteristic is unique to narrative research design?

• Chronological structuring of events

• Emphasis on coding categories

• Experimental manipulation of variables

• Statistical hypothesis testing