Exploring Qualitative Research Methods

What is a common method for collecting qualitative data?

• Focus groups

• Surveys

• Interviews

• Observations

Which data collection method involves direct interaction with participants?

• Secondary data analysis

• Observational studies

• Surveys

• Interviews or focus groups

What is thematic analysis primarily used for in qualitative research?

• To identify and analyze patterns in qualitative data.

• To summarize the research findings in a report.

• To conduct statistical analysis of numerical data.

• To create visual representations of data findings.

What is the first step in thematic analysis?

• Write a report on the findings.

• Familiarize yourself with the data.

• Analyze the themes in the data.

• Collect data from various sources.

What does coding in qualitative research involve?

• Creating visual representations of data findings.

• Analyzing quantitative data for statistical significance.

• Coding in qualitative research involves organizing and categorizing qualitative data into themes or patterns.

• Conducting experiments to test hypotheses.

What is the purpose of open coding?

• To summarize quantitative data

• To conduct statistical analysis

• To validate research hypotheses

• The purpose of open coding is to identify and categorize concepts and themes in qualitative data.

How do interviews differ from focus groups in qualitative research?

• Interviews focus on individual perspectives; focus groups emphasize group interaction and diverse viewpoints.

• Interviews are conducted in groups; focus groups are one-on-one discussions.

• Interviews require a moderator; focus groups do not need any facilitation.

• Interviews are less structured; focus groups follow a strict question format.

What is a key advantage of using focus groups?

• They provide quantitative data analysis.

• They are less time-consuming than surveys.

• They guarantee a representative sample.

• They offer rich qualitative insights.

What ethical consideration is crucial when conducting interviews?

• Informed consent

• Interviewee's personal opinions

• Confidentiality agreements

• Recording without permission

Why is informed consent important in qualitative research?

• Informed consent is a formality that can be ignored.

• Informed consent is only necessary for quantitative research.

• Informed consent is irrelevant to participant safety.

• Informed consent is important in qualitative research to ensure participant autonomy, ethical integrity, and trust.