Question 1

Concept mapping is appropriate for both qualitative and quantitative analyses.

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Question 2

It is as important to identify the standardized unit for coding in qualitative analysis as it is in quantitative analysis.

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In both qualitative and quantitative analysis, identifying a standardized unit for coding is important. In quantitative analysis, this may be numerical data points, while in qualitative analysis, it may be themes or categories. Regardless of the type of analysis, having a standardized unit for coding allows for consistency in the analysis process and helps ensure accurate and reliable results.

Question 3

What is the purpose of conducting a qualitative analysis of quantitative data? Provide at least two examples of appropriate qualitative analyses of quantitative data.

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Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE of variable-oriented analysis?

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Variable-oriented analysis provides a partial overall explanation using relatively few variables. It does not assume that the researcher can predict every individual's behavior or explain a person's motivations in full, and it is not similar to the idiographic model of explanation. It is also not expected to provide a complete explanation using all known variables.

Question 5

Creating a graphic representation of the major concepts in your project and how they relate to each other is an example of:

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Creating a concept map is a visual way to represent the major concepts in a project and their relationships to each other. Memoing is a form of note-taking used in qualitative research. Grounded theory is a research method for analyzing data to develop a theory. Semiotic analysis is the study of symbols and signs. Coding is the process of categorizing data in qualitative research.

Question 6

In the process of studying teenagers who play online role-playing games, Professor Johnson began her analysis with an in-depth interview with one of her students. She then takes the information from this first interview and applies it to subsequent interviews. This would be an example of:

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This is an example of cross-case analysis because Professor Johnson is using the information gathered from one case (the first interview) to inform subsequent interviews with other participants. Cross-case analysis involves comparing data from multiple cases to identify patterns or themes.

Question 7

Define what is meant by variable-oriented analysis and case-oriented analysis. Give an example of a research project in which you would use variable-oriented analysis and another one where you would use case-oriented analysis.

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Question 8

Identify and explain three ways that researchers can assess the quality of qualitative data analysis. Why is this an important step in qualitative research?

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Question 9

Axial coding is the most common and most frequently used form of qualitative data coding.

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Axial coding is a commonly used form of qualitative data coding that involves identifying relationships between categories and subcategories of data. It is often used in grounded theory research.

Question 10

When using qualitative data analysis software, the results are as inarguable as quantitative data analysis.

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Question 11

Which of the following statements is most appropriate when discussing the grounded theory method?

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Grounded theory method is a qualitative research approach that involves generating a theory from data collected through observation and interviews. It is similar to cross-case analysis because it involves comparing and analyzing data across various cases to identify patterns and themes. The method is not deductive, but inductive, meaning that it emerges from the data rather than being preconceived. While some preparation is needed before beginning observations, it is not a significant requirement of the grounded theory method. Therefore, the most appropriate statement is C.

Question 12

Professor Cay notes that respondent Mary Ginger is a 54-year-old grandmother who has two grandchildren living in her household. Neither of the grandchildren's parents live with them although Mary is the maternal grandmother. Cay also learns that Ginger had to quit her job in order to stay home with the young grandchildren because Ginger feared leaving the two youngsters with a babysitter or in child care. Two of Ginger's friends were dealing with similar situations and a third friend was considering whether to obtain custody of her grandchild. Thus, Cay learned that Ginger wasn't feeling "alone" in caring for her grandchildren. Using this information alone, it sounds like Professor Cay is doing:

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Professor Cay is focusing on the unique case of Mary Ginger and gathering detailed information about her situation (e.g. her age, family structure, job status, and social support network). This approach of studying an individual in-depth is known as idiographic analysis, which falls under the category of case-oriented research methods.

Question 13

What are the two biggest ethical concerns in conducting qualitative data research? How can researchers best address each concern?

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Question 14

While computer software to analyze data qualitatively does exist, it is limited to only text data.

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Computer software to analyze data qualitatively is limited to only text data.

Question 15

Writing memos is a linear process that begins with data collection and ends with data analysis.

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Question 16

A node is an established code in terms of NVivo.

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In NVivo, a node is not an established code but rather a concept or category used to organize and classify data collected during research.

Question 17

Dr. Adams is conducting a conversation analysis in a college classroom. Which of the following ethical issues should she be especially careful of?

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Dr. Adams should be careful of accidentally revealing personally identifying information about her subjects, which could potentially harm them. It is important to maintain confidentiality and anonymity in research, particularly when working with college students who may be vulnerable to social and academic consequences. The other options are not as directly relevant to ethical concerns in conversation analysis.

Question 18

Professor Dahl was using NVivo for an analysis of relationships. Dahl created a node called "friendship" and then created a node called "same-sex" and another node called opposite-sex" under "friendship." Dahl was creating:

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Dahl was creating nodes, which are categories that organize data in NVivo. Axial codes involve linking nodes to each other, memoing involves recording thoughts and ideas, concept mapping involves visually displaying relationships between concepts, and semiotic analysis involves analyzing symbols and meanings.

Question 19

Compare and contrast the three major forms of qualitative data coding.

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Question 20

The grounded theory method begins with:

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The grounded theory method begins with observations of social phenomena, which are then systematically analyzed to develop a theory that explains the observed patterns. It is an inductive approach, meaning that the theory emerges from the data rather than being imposed on it from the outset. The other answer choices (hypotheses, patterns, theory, and variables) do not accurately describe the starting point of the grounded theory method.

Quiz 13: Qualitative Data Analysis