METHODS OF RESEARCH
CHARACTERISTICS AND IMPORTANCE OF QUALITATIVE RESEARCH
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Question
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What is the key concept, idea or process studied in qualitative research?
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Quantitative research.
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Qualitative report.
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Central phenomenon.
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -broadest question I can ask about my central phenomenon?” The central phenomenon is the core idea being explored in a qualitative study. It needs to be stated in a way that is not too broad (e.g., experiences of individuals) or too narrow (e.g., identity when at work).
Detailed explanation-2: -Phenomenological research is a qualitative research approach that seeks to understand and describe the universal essence of a phenomenon. The approach investigates the everyday experiences of human beings while suspending the researchers’ preconceived assumptions about the phenomenon.
Detailed explanation-3: -5 components: (i) purpose; (ii) conceptual context; (iii) research questions; (iv) methods; and (v) validity.
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