The Qualitative Paradigm The design of a research study begins with the selection of a topic and a paradigm. A paradigm is essentially a worldview‚ a whole framework of beliefs‚ values and methods within which research takes place. It is this world view within which researchers work. According to Cresswell (1994) "A qualitative study is defined as an inquiry process of understanding a social or human problem‚ based on building a complex‚ holistic picture‚ formed with words‚ reporting detailed
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are fascinating. This is because they unit the gap between quantitative and qualitative research practices. Both articles seem to agree that weak designs can not be saved with statistical manipulation. They also agree about the nature of qualitative research‚ the definition of falsification‚ and the importance of design social inquiry. How ever‚ they seem to disagree greatly on the validity of quasi-experimental analysis. Regarding the issue of weak designs‚ both articles seem to agree that weak
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Both qualitative and quantitative research methods have their specific qualities which make them useful to a researcher‚ however in the course of this short essay I will explain why‚ for several reasons‚ qualitative research is better. As both methods operate within different assumptions‚ it is important to stem criticism for each method ’s respective theoretical base in order to adequately judge them. In the course of this essay I will highlight each method ’s theoretical assumptions and then I
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Abstract Chemically active extraction was used to separate two unknown compounds from each other and to determine what compound class each compound belongs. The solid unknown was purified by recrystallization and its melting point range was determined to be 109-111°C. The liquid unknown was purified by simple distillation and its boiling point was determined to be 95°C. An IR spectrum was collected for each of the purified compounds; the solid was determined to be 3-toluic acid and the liquid was
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Gathering Research Data James Hankerson CJA/334 July 11‚ 2012 Kevin Hewitt Gathering Research Data “Research on police officers and the duties associated with being a law enforcement officer has demonstrated that high levels of stress‚ continually subjected to dangerous working conditions‚ and behavioral changes occur as a result of this occupation (Ellison & Genz‚ 1983 pg.60).” This research data paper will include the following statements‚ the satisfaction or job hazards. What is the goal or purpose
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there is a need for the obese Type 2 diabetics (T2D) to make changes in their lifestyle‚ Whittemore et al. (2009) decided to do a study to see if there is a need for programs to decrease the incidence of Type 2 diabetes. The article selected is an example of experimental quantitative design. The summary model can be found in the text on pages 112 through 114 in Polit & Beck (2012). There were four Nurse Practitioner (NPs) groups recruited for this study. There were four randomized sites used for the
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Primary sources are original works or raw data without interpretation or pronouncements that represent an official opinion or position. (Cooper‚ D. R.‚ & Schindler‚ P. S. (2014). These sources will contain unfiltered information that was gathered from primary research such as obtaining questionnaires from consumers. Secondary sources are compilations of the primary sources that may or may not have been discussed elsewhere. When consolidating this information a researcher must conduct a source evaluation
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Kab Twyman Dr Nicholson Week 7 Qualitative Research Project Part 2 9 Feb 2014 Introduction Since the 1990’s Racial Profiling has become a major issue in our society. There has been an abundance of court cases‚ killings and protests where people from the Black community feel that they are being harassed‚ stopped and questioned or arrested‚ simply for their outward appearance and look. Racial profiling for the most part has been linked to the police and their investigative
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anticipate and address needs in hospitalized patients (Meade‚ Bursell & Ketelsen‚ 2006). Research shows that hourly rounding or purposeful rounding seeks to increase the patient experience and patient satisfaction. According to Meade‚ Bursell & Ketelsen‚ effective hourly rounding can promote patient safety‚ foster team communication‚ and improve staff ability to provide efficient care. Despite‚ mounting research evidence demonstrating the benefits of hourly rounding it can be difficult to implement
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TROP934 - Qualitative research methods Written assignment (1500 words +/- 10%) Assignment deadline: Thursday 8th January 2015 at 23.59 Submit via Turnitin Overview For this assignment you are required to write a reflective account of your experience of designing and carrying out a qualitative research project in a group. Reflective practice is quite common in the health professions‚ and some of you may already be familiar with the process or have used models for reflecting on your work and learning
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