This comparison paper seeks to look into the abovementioned studies and how they were carried out. In doing so, the theories and methods used in analysing the research will be looked into with special focus of the particular way in which the methods are carries out. For instance, where and when mixed methods are used, they will be criticized and their merits and demerits revealed in regard to the specific research or study. When only a single method is used, its merits and demerits as concerns the same study will also be revealed with a keen eye on noting why the single method is particularly appropriate in the said case. In all, a summary of the strengths and weaknesses of each method will be made. The study populations are very important …show more content…
While this study may have not taken the ethnographic approach, which is more appropriate in such a situation, it is prudent to note that the qualitative – quantitative – qualitative sequence in analysis may have given it the near accurate results that is desired in the end. As such, it is great to note that the interviewer used more analyses than one in achieving the output of a more synthesized result. The barriers to using ethnography in this case are more related with the nature of the variable under study than any other factor. For instance, while studying poverty, it would be more difficult to have a researcher position themselves in a society well enough to experience the poverty. In light of this, it should be noted that the approach taken was the best since it positioned the researchers at a point where they could have the best data (Fink, 2000). Jurgens et al chose a more refined technique for the study that they carried out. In doing so, they opted to use HIV databases and other sources of information on the said topic like electronic databases. This should be open to see since their areas of research included many developed nations and data associated with their prison systems. The countries that were featured in the study included those from North America – Canada and USA, Europe – Greece and Ireland among others, and Asia –
In response to the question set, I will go into detail of the study, consisting of the background, main hypotheses, as well the aims, procedure and results gathered from the study; explaining the four research methods chosen to investigate,
Although the amount of research conducted is valid to the nature of the source, it is insufficient for in-depth study purposes. There are no official studies or other valid sources used in this article and a bibliography, naturally, is not provided.
This is a qualitative study with an ethnographic focus. An ethnographic comprehension is produced through investigation of a few bases of information. Ethnography permits the scholar
Professional surfer and shark attack survivor Bethany Hamilton said, “Courage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. That's what little girls are made of.” Catherine had all of these traits while she was dealing with the difficult parts of her life. Catherine has to tolerate many aspects of her life that she doesn't like. She especially hates her betrothal to Shaggy Beard, her lady tasks, and the fact that she doesn't have a lot of freedom.
It is first important to define what ethnography is because it is a prominent method that social scientists use in their research (Roy, lecture 4). Professor Roy defines ethnography as looking at culture – a methodological skill of observation in a natural setting. Chambliss was able to do this with his qualitative research at Hanibal. Qualitative research, compared to quantitative, is often characterized by a depth of information from a limited number of cases (Ragin & Amoroso 28). This type of study relies on the human component of interaction in the real world. Chambliss actively engaged with
In this assignment I will be comparing different research methodologies, which might be used in health and social care setting.
This write appreciates facts and data mostly, thus would choose a quantitative method of research. They are concise, the sampling size can be larger and the limitations to human subjectivity usually are less. It is believed that the accuracy of the study is greater and more
According to Polit and Beck (2017), ethnography studies "involve the description and interpretation of cultural behavior, and seek to understand their world view" (p. 468). The strengths of ethnographic
This ethnographic study started by developing a hypothesis to be tested using primary and secondary research. Research questions were instituted as a guide in the research process. The research questions were then used in unity with the research notes, so it would accept a
The study that is currently being proposed in this paper will be a replication of the study conducted in Australia. The proposed study will also make use of the same methods that were used in the previous study.
Upper school English teacher Ms. L.C. says her favorite smell is that of a melting popsicle in the summer. “I love the sweet fructose of the popsicle juice,” said L.C. “Especially the way it combines with the smell of the wooden stick.”
The approach to the research was a quasi-experimental study. The article did not explain why this type of study was used, but this particular kind of study is considered appropriate for this specific type of
HIV is one of the leading causes of illness in the United States. It is estimated that 1,148,200 individuals are living with HIV, with about 207,800 or 18% that are undiagnosed and 47,500 newly infected in 2010, in the United States (CDC, 2013). Although there is no cure, treatment is available through antiviral medications, but access to healthcare is often a major pitfall. Many of the behaviors that make individuals more vulnerable for HIV, such as IV drug use and illegal prostitution, also increase an individual’s vulnerability to be incarcerated. In 2010, there were 20,093 reported inmates with HIV/AIDS in custody in either state or federal prison (HIV in Prisons, 2012). Although this number has decreased since the previous census count of 20,880 individuals imprisoned in either state or federal custody, this still does not take into account the individuals that are released from prison and are required to seek a continuation of treatment on their own. “In 2012, the number of admissions to state and federal prison in the United States was 609,800 offenders. The number of releases from U.S. prisons in 2012 (637,400) exceeded that of admissions for the fourth consecutive year” (Prisoners in
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It was a gleaming Monday morning and I was cheerfully walking to the lunch tables where my friends were, until I was suddenly halted by a somewhat familiar person.