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WASP (write a scientific paper): Sampling in qualitative research.

Beatrice Farrugia¹

¹Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Malta, Malta.

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Summary

This guide explains qualitative research sampling for health sciences. It covers planning, strategies like case sampling, and ensuring rigor through saturation and iterative approaches.

Keywords:

Qualitative research Sampling

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Area of Science:

Medical and Health Sciences Research
Qualitative Research Methodologies

Background:

Many health science professionals have a quantitative research background.
Understanding qualitative research methods is crucial for comprehensive study design.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline key concepts and considerations for sampling in qualitative research.
To provide a framework for evaluating the rigor of qualitative sampling strategies.

Main Methods:

Discussion of planning the sampling approach.
Explanation of within-case and multiple-case sampling.
Exploration of sample size considerations and qualitative sampling strategies.

Main Results:

Key concepts of qualitative sampling are presented.
The iterative approach and saturation are discussed.
A framework for assessing the rigor of qualitative sampling is provided.

Conclusions:

Effective qualitative sampling requires careful planning and understanding of specific concepts.
The presented framework aids in evaluating the rigor of chosen sampling strategies.