Use the Following to Answer Questions 16-18

question 17

Short Answer

Use the following to answer questions 16-18:
In each set, match a concept from Group A to a definition or example from Group B.
-Qualitative methods
Group A
1. Participant observation
2. Field research
3. Intensive interviewing
4. Focus groups

Group B
a. A type of qualitative research distinguished by the researcher making observations in a natural setting (that is, within social context)
b. A type of qualitative research distinguished by discussions among subjects guided by a researcher
c. A type of qualitative research distinguished by the researcher's partial involvement in social behavior under study
d. A type of qualitative research distinguished by self-administered questionnaires
e. A type of qualitative research distinguished by in-depth, structured conversations between the researcher and key informants

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Definitions:

Field of Organizational Behaviour

An interdisciplinary field that studies how individuals, groups, and structure affect and are affected by behavior within organizations, aiming to improve organizational effectiveness and employee well-being.

Prediction

The act of forecasting or projecting the future outcome or trends based on current or past data, analysis, or trends.

Analysis

The process of breaking a complex topic or substance into smaller parts to gain a better understanding of it.

Explanation

The act of making something clear or understandable, providing reasons, context, or details.