1 / 20

Enhancing Understanding Through Qualitative Research Methods

Explore the benefits of qualitative research as an alternative to traditional quantitative methods. Delve into the nuances of data analysis, research design, and participant observation. Uncover the complexities of research paradigms and sampling techniques for a deeper insight into the research process. Engage in lively discussions on improving research practices and enhancing learning experiences.

dleatherman
Download Presentation

Enhancing Understanding Through Qualitative Research Methods

An Image/Link below is provided (as is) to download presentation Download Policy: Content on the Website is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use and may not be sold / licensed / shared on other websites without getting consent from its author. Content is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use only. Download presentation by click this link. While downloading, if for some reason you are not able to download a presentation, the publisher may have deleted the file from their server. During download, if you can't get a presentation, the file might be deleted by the publisher.

E N D

Presentation Transcript

  1. Qualitative Research An Alternative to the Numbers Game

  2. But First, More Numbers

  3. Breaks Frequency Table

  4. Breaks Bar Graph

  5. Lecture/Break Qualitative Data • More discussions – whole class and small groups • I wish we had shorter breaks and got out 15 minutes earlier • Class has seemed a bit rushed and stressful for me so far … too much too fast for beginning researchers • Make PowerPoints available on line.

  6. Exam Frequency Table

  7. Mid-Term Exam Bar Graph

  8. Exam Qualitative Data • Exam • Poorly written test questions • Instructor should more clearly formulate questions to tests • Weed out weird questions on exam • Tests that are more compatible with assignments • I think the tests should incorporate short answer q’s along with the multiple choice, because different people take tests differently • Lower weight on exams for total grade • Work with test material – review before test • Lots of contradictions between text and prof lecture • Didn’t learn anything from test, I was too concerned about memorization • The test should include lecture, or else why are we here? (ex. Syphilis study)

  9. Syllabus Frequency Table

  10. Syllabus Bar Graph

  11. Syllabus Qualitative Data • Syllabus dates and assignments are confusing • Create clear format for homework • I’m unclear about when weekly assignments are due and what reading corresponds with which date. • Syllabus is too long and confusing

  12. Assignments Table

  13. Assignments Bar Graph

  14. Assignments Qualitative Data • Allow late assignments • Clearer communication on assignments • Too much homework • Too many assignments, not explained all that well • Material can be overwhelming • Feels like its more about getting the assignments in than understanding what to do. • Clarityon due dates and assignments • More detailed help with homework

  15. Other • You are an enjoyable prof, it’s unfortunate your topic of specialty is of little interest to me.

  16. Qualitative Research • “A mile deep and an inch wide” • Depth vs. Breadth: the generalizability question • Subjectivity vs. Objectivity: the reality question • Appropriate areas of research (p. 430) • Descriptive research – initial research • Any research where you want to get a “flavor” rather than or in addition to quantities • Complex systems that resist quantitative evaluation

  17. Naturalistic Inquiry Structured Interview Open-ended Interview Participant – Observer Participant Observer Researcher Roles and Methods • Ethical implications? (p. 464) • Logistical implications

  18. Paradigms or models (p. 434) • “Naturalism” • Flavor of the topic • Grounded Theory • Sampling full variety of topic – patterns • Participatory Action Research • Researcher as social action catalyst • Case Studies

  19. Sampling Issues • Sampling for Qualitative Research: Oxymoron? • Examples of Sampling • Quota • Snowball • Deviant case(s)

  20. Name that Interview

More Related