Key Ideas from the Final Exam in Practical Research 1

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What are the main qualitative data collection methods?

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Individual interviews, focus groups, observations, and action research.

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What are the benefits of qualitative data collection methods?

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They provide richer information and deeper insights.

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What is a limitation of qualitative data collection methods?

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Researchers may miss important details while observing.

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What is the purpose of surveys in research?

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To present and explain the actual experiences of a certain population.

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What is the aim of surveys?

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To collect quantitative data.

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What is the first step in data analysis?

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Coding.

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What does the inductive approach in data analysis involve?

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Looking for patterns to develop a theory.

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What is the purpose of case studies?

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To allow for a detailed understanding of the phenomenon.

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What do focus groups collect?

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Diverse perspectives and insights.

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What is the purpose of thematic analysis?

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To identify patterns and themes in the data.