- Define the terms multi-method and strategies in the context of qualitative research methods. Provide examples of the use of multi-method strategies.
- Describe the characteristics of a foreshadowed problem, including the concept of problem reformulation. Identify the possible sources from which such problems are derived.
- Describe what is meant by the term entry into the field. Describe specific issues related to site selection, mapping the field, purposive sampling at the site, selection of interviewees, and the researcher’s role as a part of the process of entry into the field. Identify the types of mapping strategies and the possible interactive roles of the researcher.
- Identify the data collection strategies used in qualitative research.
- Describe what is meant by the term participant observation as a qualitative data collection strategy. Identify the types of participant observation. Identify the characteristics of participant observation and explain the importance of each to the process of this type of data collection strategy. Differentiate field notes from reflex records.
- Describe what is meant by the term in-depth interviews as a qualitative data collection strategy. Identify the types of interviews and the types of questions that can be used in these interviews. Describe the use of probes, pauses, and interview schedules when conducting interviews. Identify the recommendations for sequencing questions and the contingencies that affect interview sessions. Describe the process of creating interview records, transcripts, and elaborations.
- Describe what is meant by the term artifact collection as a qualitative data collection strategy. Identify the types of artifacts and strategies used to analyze and interpret artifact collections.
- Define the term field observation and identify the supplemental techniques used to corroborate initial findings.
- Identify the standards used to judge the quality of qualitative methodology. Use these criteria to evaluate the methodology used in a qualitative study.
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