Which of the following standards are not typically applied to ...

[cnetterville]

Which of the following standards are not typically applied to qualitative research studies?
 
  a. Descriptive vividness
  b. Methodological congruence
  c. Philosophical or theoretical connectedness
  d. Statistical appropriateness for data analysis

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true regarding a critique of qualitative research?
 
  a. Because of the unique nature of the different types of qualitative research, it is necessary to critique each one according to a specific and distinctive plan.
  b. It is essentially personal opinion as to the strengths and weaknesses of a qualitative study, so it is much easier to critique this type of research.
  c. Putting the emphasis on the weaknesses of the study is common practice with critiquing qualitative research.
  d. When critiquing a qualitative study, you need to examine differences between the qualitative approaches.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Statistical analysis of the data is not typically used in qualitative methods. Data are analyzed by other means, such as constant comparative analysis (grounded theory) or content/narrative analysis (phenomenology).
Descriptive vividness is a standard typically applied to qualitative research studies.
Methodological congruence is a standard typically applied to qualitative research studies.
Philosophical or theoretical connectedness is a standard typically applied to qualitative research studies.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
There are similarities as well as differences between the various qualitative methods. However, one general standard or critique for qualitative methods, while paying close attention to the similarities as well as differences is required when critiquing.
There are certain common standards that can be used in critiquing all qualitative research.
There are standards for qualitative research just like with quantitative research.
A balanced presentation of strengths and weaknesses is expected.

[cnetterville]

Great answer, keep it coming

[bigsis44]

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