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Conducting qualitative research in audiology: a tutorial.

Line V Knudsen¹, Ariane Laplante-Lévesque, Lesley Jones

¹Eriksholm Research Centre, Oticon A/S, Snekkersten, Denmark.

International Journal of Audiology

|September 16, 2011

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This study explains how to conduct international qualitative research in audiology, focusing on methods like grounded theory and interpretative phenomenological analysis for understanding hearing impairment perspectives.

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Area of Science:

Audiology
Qualitative Research Methods

Background:

Qualitative research is increasingly used in audiology.
It enhances understanding of individuals with hearing impairment.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the rationale and methodology for conducting international interdisciplinary qualitative research in audiology.
To provide guidance on selecting appropriate qualitative methods.

Main Methods:

Literature review.
Analysis of recent international interdisciplinary qualitative study experiences in audiology.
Focus on four established qualitative approaches: grounded theory, interpretative phenomenological analysis, conversational analysis, and qualitative content analysis.

Main Results:

Detailed description of qualitative sampling, data collection, and analysis methods.
Discussion on the rationale for choosing specific qualitative approaches in audiology.
Highlighting four key methods applicable to audiology research.

Conclusions:

Offers a review of methodological considerations for qualitative audiology research.
Aids researchers in designing new projects and interpreting existing qualitative studies.