Utilizing Multilingual Methods and Rapid Analysis for Global Qualitative Research During a Pandemic.

Area of Science:

• Qualitative research
• Pandemic studies
• Healthcare resilience

Background:

• Qualitative research traditionally complements quantitative studies for pandemic understanding.
• The COVID-19 pandemic presented unique challenges for qualitative researchers.
• Creative solutions like virtual focus groups and rapid analyses were adopted.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the methodology of a multilingual global qualitative study.
• To analyze factors contributing to the success of a study on healthcare resilience in pediatric oncology.
• To share techniques useful for future qualitative research in pandemics or multilingual/geographically disparate studies.

Main Methods:

• Conducted a multilingual global qualitative study.
• Focused on healthcare resilience among pediatric oncology professional teams.
• Employed virtual focus groups and rapid analyses.

Main Results:

• Successfully conducted a global qualitative study during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Identified key factors for study success: technology use, a large multilingual team, global partnerships, and framework-based rapid analysis.
• Demonstrated the feasibility of innovative qualitative methods in challenging research environments.

Conclusions:

• Innovative qualitative methods, including technology and rapid analysis, are effective for global pandemic research.
• Multilingual teams and global partnerships enhance the success of complex qualitative studies.
• The presented techniques can benefit future pediatric oncology research and studies with diverse populations.