RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

METHODS OF RESEARCH

CHARACTERISTICS AND IMPORTANCE OF QUALITATIVE RESEARCH

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Sampling of participants in qualitative studies is typically:
A
random
B
cluster random
C
purposive
D
convenience
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Purposeful sampling is widely used in qualitative research for the identification and selection of information-rich cases related to the phenomenon of interest.

Detailed explanation-2: -In qualitative research, there are various sampling techniques that you can use when recruiting participants. The two most popular sampling techniques are purposeful and convenience sampling because they align the best across nearly all qualitative research designs.

Detailed explanation-3: -Purposive sampling is a technique in which the person conducting the research relies on their judgment to choose the members who will be part of the study. It is a type of nonprobability sample, and it’s also referred to as a judgmental or expert sample.

Detailed explanation-4: -The purposive sampling technique is a type of non-probability sampling that is most effective when one needs to study a certain cultural domain with knowledgeable experts within. Purposive sampling may also be used with both qualitative and quantitative research techniques.

Detailed explanation-5: -Generally, a sample size of 30 individuals is often considered sufficient for qualitative research, although larger sample sizes of 100 or more may be needed in some cases.

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