Qualitative Research By: Aimor Domingo Mondejar
Qualitative Research By: Aimor Domingo Mondejar
Qualitative Research By: Aimor Domingo Mondejar
QUALITATIVE RESEARCH
Is a generic term for investigative methodologies described as
ethnographic, naturalistic, anthropological, field or participants observer research.
It emphasizes the importance of looking at the variables in the natural setting in which they are
found.
Interaction between variables is important.
It is also called ETHNOMETHODOLOGY or FIELD RESEARCH.
It generates data about human groups in social setting.
Qualitative Research Methods is originated in social and behavioral sciences:
(SOCIOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY AND PSYCHOLOGY)
Today , qualitative methods in the field of marketing research include in-depth interviews with
individuals, group discussion(from two-ten is typical) diary and journal exercises, and in context
observations.
Sessions may be conducted in person by telephone, via videoconferencing, and via internet.
Synergy among respondents , as they build in each others comment and ideas.
The dynamic nature of interview or group discussion process , which engages respondents more
actively than is possible in more structural survey.
The opportunity to prove ( help me understand why you feel that way ) enabling the researcher
to reach beyond initial responses and rationales
The opportunity to observe, record and interpret non-verbal communication ( i.e, body language,
voice intonation ) as a part of respondents feedback , which is valuable during interviews or
discussion , and during analysis .
The opportunity to engaged respondents in play such as projective techniques and exercises ,
overcoming the self- consciousness that can inhibit spontaneous reactions and comments.
PROBLEMS WITH QUALITATIVE STUDIES INCLUDE: