Some Topics Are Very Difficult for Students to Study as Part

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Essay

Some topics are very difficult for students to study as part of a qualitative methods course assignment. Identify and discuss several reasons why that is the case.

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Definitions:

Unobtrusive Measures Research

Research methods that do not involve direct interaction with the participants, allowing observation without influencing behavior.

Qualitative Research

Research that explores and understands phenomena through the collection and analysis of non-numerical data.

Reliability

The degree to which an assessment tool produces stable and consistent results over multiple administrations.

Qualitative Researchers

Researchers who employ methods aimed at gathering in-depth understanding of human behavior and the reasons that govern such behavior, focusing on the "why" and "how" of decision making.