Qualitative Research Design Concepts

The video tutorial provides an overview of various qualitative research designs, including case study, ethnography, historical study, phenomenology, content analysis, grounded theory, and action research. Each design is explained with examples, highlighting their unique purposes and methodologies. The tutorial emphasizes understanding experiences, cultural studies, historical connections, sensory perceptions, content patterns, theory development, and problem-solving through action.

What is the primary purpose of a research design in qualitative studies?

• To serve as a blueprint for the study

• To provide a detailed statistical analysis

• To ensure the study is quantitative

• To eliminate all biases

Which research design focuses on understanding the reasons behind the existence of a subject?

• Content Analysis

• Case Study

• Phenomenology

• Ethnography

Ethnography primarily studies which of the following?

• Cultural groups

• Historical documents

• Personal experiences

• Statistical data

What does historical study aim to connect?

• Personal experiences with societal norms

• Cultural beliefs with modern practices

• Past events with present and future occurrences

• Future predictions with current trends

Phenomenology is concerned with understanding what aspect of human experience?

• Sensory experiences

• Cultural norms

• Statistical trends

• Historical events

Content analysis is used to identify what within a body of material?

• Statistical errors

• Patterns and themes

• Cultural differences

• Historical inaccuracies

Grounded theory is developed from data acquired by whom?

• A cultural analyst

• A historian

• A statistician

• A participant or observer

What is the main focus of action research?

• Studying cultural groups

• Solving problems faced by participants

• Developing new theories

• Analyzing historical data

In action research, what role does the researcher play?

• A passive observer

• A cultural critic

• A mediator to help participants

• A statistical analyst

Which research design evaluates the effectiveness of interventions?

• Action Research

• Phenomenology

• Content Analysis

• Grounded Theory