Qualitative Research Methods Matrix
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Qualitative Research Methods Matrix
Instructions:
Refer to your syllabus for specific instructions
Be detailed and thorough in your descriptions.
Be sure to properly cite your sources (in-text and on the reference page) according to APA v. 6 standards.
Primary Characteristics
Current Peer-Reviewed Study
Case Study
A case study research is an empirical inquiry in which a researcher investigates participants, events, activities, and processes. According to Creswell (2009), the empirical inquiry collects data from multiple sources and examines them in detail over a period of time. A case study is specific in its data collection approach such as in ethnographic and observational strategies. Researchers often …show more content…
use the ethnographic approach because it enhances the investigation by including culture, organization, and groups (Creswell, 2009). However, observational strategies enable researchers to examine the data through fieldwork, records, and reports. In addition, a case study allows researchers to manage a mixture of evidence including documents, interviews, and observations.
Improving student engagement: Ten proposals for action
This article reports on two syntheses of research literature on student engagement and how this can be enhanced. It first synthesizes 93 research studies from ten countries to develop a conceptual organizer for student engagement that consists of four perspectives identified in the research: student motivation; transactions between teachers and students; institutional support; and engagement for active citizenship. Secondly, the article synthesizes findings from these perspectives as ten propositions for improving student engagement in higher education. It concludes by identifying some limitations with the conceptual organizer and one suggestion for developing a more integrated approach to student engagement.
Phenomenology
A phenomenological research methodology seeks to enlighten and identify phenomena through the perception of human experiences (Creswell, 2009). A researcher uses an inquiry approach to gather in-depth information and perceptions using inductive qualitative methods such as interviews, surveys, and observations. Inductive qualitative methods allow a researcher to gather information from participants’ cultural phenomena using ethnographic and empirical research.
The article: The Responsive Classroom Approach and Its Implications for Improving Reading and Writing describe a social and emotional learning intervention which was designed to produce classroom environments conducive to learning. Erin M. McTigue and Sara E. Rimm-Kaufman explain the RC approach as “offering principles and practices designed to bolster children’s academic, social and emotional growth”. The first step in implementing the Responsive Classroom is by creating an environment favorable to academia, the second is to emphasize relationship building and proactive approaches to discipline. In order for the theory to relay well in practice Morning Meetings, Rules and Proactive Discipline and a shift in teacher language, using encouragement rather than praise, must take place. They also evaluate the social skills as well as social and academic learning to determine how effective the RC approach is. In 2001 an experiment was done in six schools over a 3-year period. The research team examined teachers’ self-efficacy and attitude towards teaching and the RC approach. Out of the teachers in the experiment, those using the RC approach perceived themselves as more effective in relation to discipline, the ability to create a positive school climate, and ability to influence decision making. The new findings point to the contribution of the RC approach to improving reading and math test scores, enhancing social skills, and helping teachers to feel more positive and effective in the classroom.
Grounded Theory
Grounded theory is an interpretive research method that embodies a constructivist approach to the study. A researcher uses this approach to manipulate the inquiry process through grounded in-depth interviews and observations of participants’ problems (Mello & Flint, 2009). However, the data analysis may not be accurate and may result in a hypothetically grounded interpretation of the social problem. Still, the grounded theory serves its purpose of systematizing ideas from examination of data in the study.
The objective of this study was to explore healthcare team member experiences of caring for facial transplantation patients, using an ethical framework.
Methods: This study used a qualitative descriptive design to explore the experiences of 26 multidisciplinary healthcare team members, including professional, ancillary, and support staff who have participated in facial transplantation procedures and patient care. Individual, private, semi structured interviews were conducted.
Results: Two main themes emerged: individual sense of purpose and esprit de corps.
Individual sense of purpose describes the meaning of the experience that involvement in facial transplantation had for the participants and comprises three subthemes: “getting it right, “transforming a life,” and “spirituality.” The theme esprit de corps conveys the morale of the healthcare team members involved in facial transplantation and was expressed through three subthemes: “leadership,” “teamwork,” and “environment.” Further research is essential to obtain more complete understanding of the responses of health team members to providing care to donors, recipients, and families involved in facial transplantation …show more content…
procedures.
Ethnography
The ethnographic research focuses on formulating the participants’ stories within the perspective of culture and culture-sharing groups (Creswell, 2007). To do so, a researcher has to immerse him or herself in the culture to collect data through fieldwork, note taking and recording. In contrast, an empirical phenomenological research involves the interpretation of the participants’ experience in the study. It is helpful if a researcher constructs the research questions to extract answers that specifically pertain to the study.
This project develops the concept of sustainable information practice within the field of information science.
The inquiry is grounded by data from a study of 2 ecovillages, intentional communities striving to ground their daily activities in a set of core values related to sustainability. Ethnographic methods employed for over 2 years resulted in data from hundreds of hours of participant observation, semi structured interviews with 22 community members, and a diverse collection of community images and texts. Analysis of the data highlights the tensions that arose and remained as community members experienced breakdowns between community values related to sustainability and their daily information practices. Contributions to the field of information science include the development of the concept of sustainable information practice, an analysis of why community members felt unable to adapt their information practices to better match community concepts of sustainability, and an assessment of the methodological challenges of information practice inquiry within a communal, nonwork environment. Findings from this investigation call into question previous claims that groups of individuals with strong value commitments can adapt their use of information tools to better support their values. In contrast, the work suggests that information practices can be particularly resilient to local, value-based
adaptation.
References
Improving student engagement: Ten proposals for action, by Nick Zepke and Linda Leach, Active Learning in Higher Education November 2010 vol. 11 no. 3 167-177
The "Responsive Classroom" Approach and Its Implications for Improving Reading and Writing by McTigue, Erin M.; Rimm-Kaufman, Sara E. Reading & Writing Quarterly, v27 n1-2 p5-24 2011
Experiences of Healthcare Team Members Involved in Facial Transplant Surgery and Patient Care by Evans, Linda A. Nursing Research: November/December 2013 - Volume 62 - Issue 6 - p 372–382
Sustainable information practice: An ethnographic investigation by Nathan, Lisa P.1.Source:Journal of the American Society for Information Science & Technology. Nov2012, Vol. 63 Issue 11, p2254-2268. 15p.
Qualitative Research Methods Matrix
Instructions:
Refer to your syllabus for specific instructions
Be detailed and thorough in your descriptions.
Be sure to properly cite your sources (in-text and on the reference page) according to APA v. 6 standards.
Primary Characteristics
Current Peer-Reviewed Study
Case Study
A case study research is an empirical inquiry in which a researcher investigates participants, events, activities, and processes. According to Creswell (2009), the empirical inquiry collects data from multiple sources and examines them in detail over a period of time. A case study is specific in its data collection approach such as in ethnographic and observational strategies. Researchers often …show more content…
use the ethnographic approach because it enhances the investigation by including culture, organization, and groups (Creswell, 2009). However, observational strategies enable researchers to examine the data through fieldwork, records, and reports. In addition, a case study allows researchers to manage a mixture of evidence including documents, interviews, and observations.
Improving student engagement: Ten proposals for action
This article reports on two syntheses of research literature on student engagement and how this can be enhanced. It first synthesizes 93 research studies from ten countries to develop a conceptual organizer for student engagement that consists of four perspectives identified in the research: student motivation; transactions between teachers and students; institutional support; and engagement for active citizenship. Secondly, the article synthesizes findings from these perspectives as ten propositions for improving student engagement in higher education. It concludes by identifying some limitations with the conceptual organizer and one suggestion for developing a more integrated approach to student engagement.
Phenomenology
A phenomenological research methodology seeks to enlighten and identify phenomena through the perception of human experiences (Creswell, 2009). A researcher uses an inquiry approach to gather in-depth information and perceptions using inductive qualitative methods such as interviews, surveys, and observations. Inductive qualitative methods allow a researcher to gather information from participants’ cultural phenomena using ethnographic and empirical research.
The article: The Responsive Classroom Approach and Its Implications for Improving Reading and Writing describe a social and emotional learning intervention which was designed to produce classroom environments conducive to learning. Erin M. McTigue and Sara E. Rimm-Kaufman explain the RC approach as “offering principles and practices designed to bolster children’s academic, social and emotional growth”. The first step in implementing the Responsive Classroom is by creating an environment favorable to academia, the second is to emphasize relationship building and proactive approaches to discipline. In order for the theory to relay well in practice Morning Meetings, Rules and Proactive Discipline and a shift in teacher language, using encouragement rather than praise, must take place. They also evaluate the social skills as well as social and academic learning to determine how effective the RC approach is. In 2001 an experiment was done in six schools over a 3-year period. The research team examined teachers’ self-efficacy and attitude towards teaching and the RC approach. Out of the teachers in the experiment, those using the RC approach perceived themselves as more effective in relation to discipline, the ability to create a positive school climate, and ability to influence decision making. The new findings point to the contribution of the RC approach to improving reading and math test scores, enhancing social skills, and helping teachers to feel more positive and effective in the classroom.
Grounded Theory
Grounded theory is an interpretive research method that embodies a constructivist approach to the study. A researcher uses this approach to manipulate the inquiry process through grounded in-depth interviews and observations of participants’ problems (Mello & Flint, 2009). However, the data analysis may not be accurate and may result in a hypothetically grounded interpretation of the social problem. Still, the grounded theory serves its purpose of systematizing ideas from examination of data in the study.
The objective of this study was to explore healthcare team member experiences of caring for facial transplantation patients, using an ethical framework.
Methods: This study used a qualitative descriptive design to explore the experiences of 26 multidisciplinary healthcare team members, including professional, ancillary, and support staff who have participated in facial transplantation procedures and patient care. Individual, private, semi structured interviews were conducted.
Results: Two main themes emerged: individual sense of purpose and esprit de corps.
Individual sense of purpose describes the meaning of the experience that involvement in facial transplantation had for the participants and comprises three subthemes: “getting it right, “transforming a life,” and “spirituality.” The theme esprit de corps conveys the morale of the healthcare team members involved in facial transplantation and was expressed through three subthemes: “leadership,” “teamwork,” and “environment.” Further research is essential to obtain more complete understanding of the responses of health team members to providing care to donors, recipients, and families involved in facial transplantation …show more content…
procedures.
Ethnography
The ethnographic research focuses on formulating the participants’ stories within the perspective of culture and culture-sharing groups (Creswell, 2007). To do so, a researcher has to immerse him or herself in the culture to collect data through fieldwork, note taking and recording. In contrast, an empirical phenomenological research involves the interpretation of the participants’ experience in the study. It is helpful if a researcher constructs the research questions to extract answers that specifically pertain to the study.
This project develops the concept of sustainable information practice within the field of information science.
The inquiry is grounded by data from a study of 2 ecovillages, intentional communities striving to ground their daily activities in a set of core values related to sustainability. Ethnographic methods employed for over 2 years resulted in data from hundreds of hours of participant observation, semi structured interviews with 22 community members, and a diverse collection of community images and texts. Analysis of the data highlights the tensions that arose and remained as community members experienced breakdowns between community values related to sustainability and their daily information practices. Contributions to the field of information science include the development of the concept of sustainable information practice, an analysis of why community members felt unable to adapt their information practices to better match community concepts of sustainability, and an assessment of the methodological challenges of information practice inquiry within a communal, nonwork environment. Findings from this investigation call into question previous claims that groups of individuals with strong value commitments can adapt their use of information tools to better support their values. In contrast, the work suggests that information practices can be particularly resilient to local, value-based
adaptation.
References
Improving student engagement: Ten proposals for action, by Nick Zepke and Linda Leach, Active Learning in Higher Education November 2010 vol. 11 no. 3 167-177
The "Responsive Classroom" Approach and Its Implications for Improving Reading and Writing by McTigue, Erin M.; Rimm-Kaufman, Sara E. Reading & Writing Quarterly, v27 n1-2 p5-24 2011
Experiences of Healthcare Team Members Involved in Facial Transplant Surgery and Patient Care by Evans, Linda A. Nursing Research: November/December 2013 - Volume 62 - Issue 6 - p 372–382
Sustainable information practice: An ethnographic investigation by Nathan, Lisa P.1.Source:Journal of the American Society for Information Science & Technology. Nov2012, Vol. 63 Issue 11, p2254-2268. 15p.