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