CRE Qualitative Research Techniques Flashcards
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What is the primary goal of an in-depth interview (IDI) in qualitative research?
Answer: To explore a respondent's perceptions, motivations, and experiences in depth
IDIs allow researchers to probe deeply into an individual's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors through open-ended, conversational dialogue.
What does 'saturation' mean in the context of qualitative data collection?
Answer: No new themes or information emerge from additional interviews or observations
Saturation is reached when additional data collection stops producing new insights, indicating sufficient depth has been achieved.
Which qualitative method involves a researcher immersing themselves in a community or setting to observe behavior naturally?
Answer: Ethnography
Ethnography involves prolonged immersion in a social setting to observe and understand behavior in its natural context.
In a focus group, what is the recommended group size to balance diverse input with manageable discussion?
Answer: 6–10 participants
Groups of 6–10 are large enough to generate diverse perspectives yet small enough for each participant to contribute meaningfully.
What is 'member checking' in qualitative research?
Answer: Sharing findings with participants to confirm accuracy and credibility
Member checking enhances credibility by returning preliminary findings to study participants so they can confirm or correct the researcher's interpretations.
Which analytical approach in qualitative research involves identifying patterns and categories that emerge directly from the data without a predefined framework?
Answer: Inductive (grounded) coding
Inductive coding lets themes emerge organically from the data rather than applying a predetermined theoretical framework.