Strengths and Limitations

Qualitative field research is the method of choice when a research question requires an understanding of processes, events, and relationships in the context of their social and cultural situations. Instead of generating numerical data supporting or refuting clear-cut hypotheses, qualitative research aims to produce factual descriptions based on face-to-face observation or questioning of individuals and social groups in their natural settings. Researchers commonly use this method to gather in-depth descriptions of procedures, beliefs, and knowledge of particular groups, or to explore decision-making concerning behavior.

For this Discussion, consider potential strengths and limitations of qualitative field research. Then conceptualize two research questions related to a criminal justice topic in which you are interested that could be tested using qualitative field research.

With these thoughts in mind:

Post by Day 4 two strengths and two limitations of qualitative field research. Then, for a criminal justice topic of professional interest, provide two examples of research questions that could be tested using qualitative field research. Be specific and justify your response. Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.

Minimum one and a half page and paper MUST be in APA format….

 
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