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Evaluation of qualitative research.

Dorothy Horsburgh1

  • 1Napier University, School of Acute and Continuing Care Nursing, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Edinburgh, UK. d.horsburgh@napier.ac.uk

Journal of Clinical Nursing
|February 27, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Evaluating qualitative research requires specific criteria, not quantitative measures, to ensure academic rigor. Applying these tailored methods enhances the recognition and validity of qualitative findings, particularly in health services research.

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Area of Science:

  • Social Sciences
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Published research requires critical scrutiny for robustness.
  • Evaluation criteria must align with the research paradigm (quantitative or qualitative).
  • Quantitative criteria are inappropriate for qualitative research, potentially undermining its rigor.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and apply evaluation criteria specific to qualitative research.
  • To provide a formalized and rigorous approach to critical appraisal of qualitative studies.
  • To ensure optimum recognition for the contribution of qualitative research in health services.

Main Methods:

  • Examining features distinguishing qualitative research through existing literature.
  • Discussing key aspects: researcher reflexivity, use of first person, research context, participant selection, interpretation of accounts, lay knowledge, researcher flexibility, and generalizability.

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  • Identifying and applying academically rigorous criteria suitable for qualitative research.

    • Main Results:

    • Quantitative criteria (reliability, validity) are unsuitable for qualitative research.
    • Qualitative research has distinct features requiring specific evaluation approaches.
    • Appropriate criteria for qualitative research exist and are available.

    Conclusions:

    • Academically rigorous criteria for evaluating qualitative research are available.
    • Formalized frameworks enhance the critical appraisal and recognition of qualitative studies.
    • Adoption of qualitative-specific criteria ensures the robustness and academic standing of qualitative research findings.