13. steps of qualitative research.ppt
- 1. Qualitative research: Steps- Mr.Ombasa 1 Qualitative/Narrative research • By the end of this section you should be able to: • Describe the key steps of qualitatibe research • Describe the analysis and interpretation of interpretation of qualitative data • Reporting qualitative research Objectives
- 2. Steps QUALITATIVE/NARRATIVE RESEARCH 1. Planning the study 2. Developing data collection strategies 3. Gathering and analyzing data 4. Disseminating findings Nb. These research allows flexibility and is difficult to define the flow of steps. These are just guing steps 2 Qualitative research: Steps- Mr.Ombasa
- 3. Steps 1. Planning the study Planning the study Identifying the research problem: usually a broad topic area that is refined as the study progresses in most cases viewpoints of researchers Doing a literature review- is ongoing. Sometimes prior review is not helpful cz little relevant information is available to answer the unique qs asked by the researcher dvping an overall approach Estimate time for field work Hire and train assistants Secure interviewers Hire consultants and support staff Selecting and gaining entry to the study area Addressing the ethical issues 3 Qualitative research: Steps- Mr.Ombasa
- 4. Steps 2. Developing data collection strategies Deciding what type of data to gather and how to gather them Deciding from whom to collect data Deciding how to enhance trustworthiness 4 Qualitative research: Steps- Mr.Ombasa
- 5. Steps 3. Gathering and analyzing data Collecting data Organizing and analyzing data Evaluating data: Making modifications to the data if necessary Determining if saturation has been achieved. If not..Repeat step 2. Organising and analysing narrative/qualitative data The analysis of NARRATIVE (QUALITATIVE) DATA is conducted by organizing the data into common themes or categories. It is often more difficult to interpret narrative data since it lacks the built-in structure found in numerical data. Initially, the narrative data appears to be a collection of random, unconnected statements. The assessment purpose and questions can help direct the focus of the data organization. Steps are of analysisare discussed below 5 Qualitative research: Steps- Mr.Ombasa
- 6. Organising and analysising qualitative data A. Focus groups and Interviews: • Read and organize the data from each question separately. This approach permits focusing on one question at a time (e.g., experiences with tutoring services, characteristics of tutor, student responsibility in the tutoring process). • Group the comments by themes, topics, or categories. This approach allows for focusing on one area at a time (e.g., characteristics of tutor – level of preparation, knowledge of content area, availability). 6 Qualitative research: Steps- Mr.Ombasa
- 7. Organising and analysising qualitative data B. Documents Code content and characteristics of documents into various categories (e.g., training manual – policies and procedures, communication, responsibilities). C. Observations • Code patterns from the focus of the observation (e.g., behavioral patterns – amount of time engaged/not engaged in activity, type of engagement, communication, interpersonal skills). D. Interpret the observations Interpreting the analyzed data from the appropriate perspective allows for determination of the significance and implications of the assessment 7 Qualitative research: Steps- Mr.Ombasa
- 8. Steps 4. Disseminating findings. Communicate the findings Utilize the findings in practice or further research or make recommendations for such utilization. N.b: follow same formatting guide as quantitative. Note that this report is mostly a narrative tables are rare or unless ‘borrowed’ from quantitative studies during citations 8 Qualitative research: Steps- Mr.Ombasa
- 9. Qs End of Course 9 Qualitative research: Steps- Mr.Ombasa