Question

Arrange the following steps in a qualitative research in the order of its occurrence (first to last):
(A) Develop rapport with the community
(B) Identify the problem
(C) Data analysis and report writing
(D) Participant observation

• A. (A), (B), (C), (D).
• B. (B), (A), (D), (C).
• C. (B), (C), (D), (A).
• D. (C), (B), (D), (A).

Hint:

Qualitative research emphasizes understanding the context and perspective of participants through detailed observations and interactions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The qualitative research process includes these steps:
1. Problem Identification: Define the research issue.
2. Community Rapport: Build trust for authentic participant data.
3. Participant Observation: Engage and observe participants to collect rich data.
4. Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze collected data and present findings in a comprehensive report.
Thus, the correct order is (B), (A), (D), (C).