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Practical strategies for qualitative inquiry in a virtual world
Emma C Schlegel1,2, Judith A Tate1,3, Rita H Pickler1,2
1College of Nursing, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA.
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|August 4, 2021
Summary
This study offers practical strategies for conducting rigorous virtual qualitative research, adapting in-person methods for online data collection. These techniques enable continued in-depth inquiry despite geographical limitations and access challenges.
Area of Science:
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Virtual Study Design
- Grounded Theory
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated rapid adaptation of research methodologies.
- In-person qualitative studies faced significant challenges due to restrictions.
- Existing research on virtual qualitative methods provided a foundation for adaptation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide practical strategies for maintaining methodological rigor in virtual qualitative studies.
- To share experiences from converting a planned in-person grounded theory study to a virtual format.
- To guide qualitative researchers in adapting to virtual research environments.
Main Methods:
- A case exemplar approach detailing adaptations to an ongoing qualitative study.
- Conversion of a planned in-person grounded theory study to a virtual format.
- Strategies derived from author experiences and qualitative research principles.
Main Results:
- Successful completion of virtual data collection for a grounded theory study.
- Development of practical strategies applicable to various qualitative research designs.
- Demonstration of methodological rigor in a virtual research setting.
Conclusions:
- Methodological adaptations allow for rigorous qualitative research in a virtual manner.
- Strategies enable continued research activities despite limited access to participants or phenomena.
- Virtual qualitative research offers opportunities for broader collaboration and international research.
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