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Exploring 100 key questions (and answers) on the nature and practice of qualitative inquiry, this unique book addresses the practical decisions that researchers must make in their work, from the design of the study, through ethics approval, implementation, and writing. The book’s quick-scan, question-and-answer format make it ideal as a supplementary text or as a ready reference for graduate students preparing for comprehensive exams and writing research proposals, undergraduates in affiliated programs who will not be taking a primary course in qualitative research methods, and researchers working across disciplines in academic or practice environments.
I’ve Heard That Qualitative Studies Suffer From Researcher Bias. How Do I Deal With This Criticism?
I’ve Heard That Qualitative Studies Suffer From Researcher Bias. How Do I Deal With This Criticism?
Qualitative researchers acknowledge and embrace personal bias in their study designs. Unlike quantitative researchers, who aim to eliminate bias, qualitative researchers believe that bias is always present. A researcher brings a particular worldview to the research questions asked, as well as the design of the project, as does a community or industry partner in the research, as does a participant who engages in the project. Attempting to eliminate bias is artificial, as the nature of reality and the social construction of knowledge means that biases shape every stage of research. However, for a ...
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