Question 16
Which statement explains target sampling?
a. It is a strategy for obtaining systematic information when random sampling and accidental sampling cannot be implemented because of the hidden nature of the problem.
b. None of the options are applicable
c. This sampling focuses on people identified as experts in a particular field of interest.
d. It is used by the researchers to control the participants in a particular research and to develop theoretical arguments.
e. It is used in cases of highly temporary populations such as a sporting event or the scene of an accident.
Question 17
In ____ the researcher becomes part of the situation and submerges himself/herself to become part of the group.
a. action research
b. None of the options are applicable
c. participant observation
d. document study
e. autoethnography
Question 18
An employee collects data from her colleagues for the research because the co-workers understand the context of the study and, the research topic aligns with the core functions of her co-workers' everyday working environment.
What type of sampling method is used by the employee?
a. Target sampling
b. Purposeful/purposive sampling
Answer (2)
The answers to the questions are: Question 16 - a, Question 17 - c, and Question 18 - b. Target sampling is used for difficult-to-access populations, participant observation involves the researcher getting involved with the group, and purposeful sampling selects participants based on relevant expertise. These methods are key in qualitative research for obtaining meaningful data.
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Let's evaluate each question one by one:
Question 16: Which statement explains target sampling?
a. It is a strategy for obtaining systematic information when random sampling and accidental sampling cannot be implemented because of the hidden nature of the problem.
b. None of the options are applicable
c. This sampling focuses on people identified as experts in a particular field of interest.
d. It is used by the researchers to control the participants in a particular research and to develop theoretical arguments.
e. It is used in cases of highly temporary populations such as a sporting event or the scene of an accident.
Answer: The correct option is a.
Target sampling is a method used to gather information systematically in situations where random sampling and accidental sampling are not feasible. This is particularly useful for studying hidden populations or issues that are difficult to track using traditional sampling methods.
Question 17: In ____ the researcher becomes part of the situation and submerges himself/herself to become part of the group.
a. action research
b. None of the options are applicable
c. participant observation
d. document study
e. autoethnography
Answer: The correct option is c. participant observation
Participant observation involves the researcher immersing themselves into a group or situation to better understand the dynamics and experiences from within. This method allows for a deeper insight into the group's social context by becoming part of it.
Question 18: An employee collects data from her colleagues for the research because the co-workers understand the context of the study and, the research topic aligns with the core functions of her co-workers' everyday working environment.
a. Target sampling
b. Purposeful/purposive sampling
Answer: The correct option is b. Purposeful/purposive sampling
Purposeful or purposive sampling is used when the researcher selects individuals or groups of individuals specifically because they possess certain characteristics or knowledge that is pertinent to the study. In this case, the employee is selecting co-workers who are relevant to the research topic and understand the context, making it a purposeful sampling.
