Qualitative Methodologies:
Ethnography: In-depth exploration of cultural or social practices through participant observation and immersive fieldwork.
Case Study: Intensive study of a single group, event, or instance to gain detailed insights.
Grounded Theory: Developing theory from data through iterative coding and analysis, usually in qualitative research.
Narrative Inquiry: Analyzing personal stories or accounts to understand experiences and meaning-making.
Phenomenology: Investigating how individuals perceive and make sense of their lived experiences.
Discourse Analysis: Examining written, spoken, or visual texts to understand how language shapes social realities.
Content Analysis: Systematic coding and interpretation of textual material to identify patterns and themes.
Focus Groups: Group discussions led by a moderator to gather opinions, insights, or feedback on a topic.
Thematic Analysis: Identifying, analyzing, and reporting patterns (themes) within data.
Action Research: A participatory approach where researchers and participants collaborate to solve real-world problems and produce actionable outcomes.
Participatory Design: Engaging users or stakeholders in the design process to co-create solutions.