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Qualitative proposals and reports
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1
Qualitative research studies usually generate longer research reports than quantitative ones
False
True
2
Generally, qualitative studies use purposive and snowball sampling techniques to select research participants
False
True
3
Which of the following statements about Qualitative research studies is FALSE?
Qualitative studies are more subjective than Quantitative studies
Some terms used in qualitative and quantitative studies are different.
Researcher's own thoughts are not important in Qualitative studies
The underlying assumptions are different from quantitative studies.
4
Which of the following is NOT a way to establish credibility in qualitative studies
Triangulation
Random sampling
Negative case analysis
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5
A qualitative study rarely tests a research hypothesis
False
True
6
The more specific the research questions, the more structured the data collection methods would be.
True
False
7
The purpose of writing a qualitative proposal is the same as that of a quantitative proposal
True
False
8
Which of the following statements about "Measurement" in Qualitative research is TRUE:
All of the above are FALSE
Measurement involves obtaining the subjective definitions of participants
Measurement of variables are defined ahead of time for objectivity
Measurement does not depend on anyone's personal perception
9
Which of the following statements about Transferability (or generalizability) of qualitative findings is FALSE
Qualitative findings are usually not generalizable beyond the study setting
Providing a rich description of the participants and setting is relevant
The readers judge if the findings are applicable to their setting
The researcher clearly states all settings the findings are applicable
10
Which of the following statements about Data Analysis in qualitative studies is FALSE:
Some plan to code and make journal entries need to be made
Qualitative studies usually establish causality between variables
Decision has to be made about who will transcribe the interviews
Decision has to be made about which software program to use
11
The organizations that fund a research study:
Do not follow identical formats but have thier own applications forms
Are not concerned about the competence of the researcher
Are not concerned about the experience of the researcher
Are not concerned about the educational qualification of the researcher
12
Writing a qualitative research report takes a tremendous amount of time.
False
True
13
Interviewing is the only data collection method used in qualitative studies
True
False
14
Which of the following is a Limitation of qualitative study:
That the variables are not (operationally) defined.
That it is not a Quantitative study
That the study has few research participants
That some of her sample refuse to take part in the study
15
Questions such as: Were all interviews conducted in the same setting? using same format? refer to:
Neutrality of findings
Confirmability of findings
Dependability of findings
Credibility of findings
16
Which of the following is NOT a way to establish credibility in qualitative studies
Keeping a complete and accurate record of all interviews/field notes etc.
Having a control group
Ensuring any data that contradicts other data are included in the analysis
Consulting with experts on ethical/legal/procedural matters as appropirate
17
Many proposals gets rejected not because the proposed study is unimportant but because it is poorly written.
True
False
18
Qualitative studies have clear specific research questions.
False
True
19
Which of the following statements about "Measurement" in Qualitative research is TRUE:
All of the above are FALSE
The impact of the researcher's feelings towards the topic is relevant
Any stance of the agency, where study is done, on the topic is irrelevant
The interests of the funding organizations is irrelevant
20
Quantitative research proposals/reports and qualitative research proposals/reports have no overlaps
False
True
21
"Credibility" as it relates to trustworthiness of a qualitative study means:
The truth value or accuracy of the study findings
Consistency of the research process throughout the study
Applicability of findings to other settings
Neutrality of the study findings
22
Obtaining data on a child's behavior problem from the mother, the child, and the social worker is an example of:
Repetition
Convergence
Triangulation
Confirmability
23
The quotes from research participants must be referenced in the reference page of the report
True
False
24
Transferability in qualitative research is similar to _____________________ of quantitative research studies:
Objectivity
Reliability
External Validity
Internal Validity
25
In qualitative studies, the journal the researcher maintains throughout the study is also a form of data
False
True
26
A descriptive profile of participants, direct quotes, and coding examples will be part of the qualitative report
False
True
27
Cultural considerations are important in qualitative studies as ethnic background might differ on a topic studied
False
True
28
Ethical considerations are important in qualitative studies as populations studies (e.g. DV) could be very vulnerable
False
True
29
Journal entries of researcher disclose the degree of impartiality ensuring confirmability of findings
True
False
30
Before we begin to write a qualitative research proposal, asking which of the following questions is NOT FULLY RELEVANT:
What should be included in it?
How many references should I include in it?
Who are our intended audience?
Why should I write it?
