Assignment: Qualitative Design Matrix
Instructions: Complete the matrix of qualitative designs, using five of the following types: ethnography, case study, grounded theory, phenomenology, critical research, narrative analysis, or other qualitative design. Reflect the philosophical and practical similarities and differences among them, including these dimensions for comparison:
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Case Study
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(enter design name)
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(enter design name)
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(enter design name)
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Focus of study
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Purpose of study
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Ethical stance
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Structure of data collection/management
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Basis for reliability and validity
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After you have completed the matrix, respond to these synthesis questions:
a. How are case studies similar to and different from other qualitative designs?
b. Which other designs might be used within a case study? Provide examples.
c. What are the advantages of case study designs over the other qualitative designs?
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.