WEEK 5 QUESTIONS
QUESTION 1
For this discussion, you will practice planning for a phenomenological study based on a shared experience among members of the class. There are two tasks to complete.
Task 1: Post a one paragraph response in which you share a time when you experienced significant joy. Be sure to address what the circumstances were that brought you joy, how you felt when experiencing the situation, and how you responded to the situation.
Task 2: Read the postings of your classmates. Select one of the phenomenological designs (descriptive/transcendental or interpretive, or hermeneutic). Using the selected design as a framework, share what you hope to learn from the descriptions posted by your classmates. Discuss the steps you will take to analyze the data. Explain the strengths and limitations of the type of analysis selected.
CLASSMATE ONE-
GREER- I experienced significant joy when I graduated from college with my Bachelors degree. What is so significant about this situation is that it took me about 10 years to complete my degree. In 2005 I graduated from high school and was accepted into a university about 2 and half hours away from my hometown and I was excited to start on this journey. The first two years were fine and I was striving in college, I was on the dean’s list and I was joining organizations and being involved on campus. My third year in college, I ended up in a relationship, which was quite abusive and eventually I became a mother. I had to leave school and travel back home and work to support my young daughter. At the time I had no skills, barely any education and not even a car to get back and forth. I was totally reliant on my parents at the time. I quickly realized that a life without education was no life for me. I searched and searched for schools to enroll in so I could get my life back on track. I found one that seemed promising and I enrolled, they took about half of the credits I’d already had and I felt like there was some hope there. I went to this school for about a year, maybe two, and due to some technicality that no one could explain to me, I failed out of the program. Heartbroken, I looked up the original school I had attended and saw that they now offered online classes. I contacted them to see if I could come back and it was a lot of back and forth, but I was accepted. I had to attend classes for another two years or so, but in May of 2015 I was able to graduate and march with the graduating class at the school. My daughter was around 7 at the time and she was able to attend the graduation. I felt so much joy, because I didn’t think that it would happen for me. I am so glad that I never gave up.
CLASSMATE TWO-
QUESTION 2-
Assessment Description
Identify a topic of personal interest that could benefit from further research using a phenomenological design. This could be your intended dissertation topic, or you may choose another for convenience for this discussion. Provide the following information about the potential study:
· The research purpose of the potential study. (“The purpose of this phenomenological research is to…”)
· A research question to inform the study.
What are the most common ways to analyze phenomenological data to answer the research question? What do you believe are the most significant strengths and weaknesses of conducting phenomenological research? Explain.
SAMPLE EXAMPLE OF OTHER STUDENTS COMPLETION OF QUESTION 1
SALLY
Post a one-paragraph response in which you share a time when you experienced significant joy. Be sure to address what the circumstances were that brought you joy, how you felt when experiencing the situation, and how you responded to the situation.
One of the most profound moments of joy Selena experienced was when she bought a home for her grandchildren. This liberated them from the turmoil of motel rooms. The journey began with Selena’s daughter facing relentless harassment from the owner of their rented house. The property owner plans to convert it into an elderly care facility. Despite her daughter’s legal rights, the situation escalated with frequent police interventions at the landlord’s behest. Exhausted and seeking peace, Selena’s daughter moved back to a motel with her children, where Selena supported them financially for a month. Amidst this struggle, Selena fervently prayed for a permanent solution. Amazingly, her prayers were answered when she found their new home. As Selena turned the key, overwhelmed with gratitude, she fell to her knees, offering thanks to God. During this moment, Selena was able to affirm her faith in divine intervention and Galatians 6:7. “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap” (BibleGateway, n.d.). Now, residing together in their own home, Selena is filled with an indescribable sense of joy and relief, knowing that her grandchildren have a stable environment to thrive in. In the face of adversity, this experience reaffirmed Selena’s belief in the power of prayer and perseverance.
Select one of the phenomenological designs (descriptive/transcendental interpretive, or hermeneutic). Using the selected design as a framework, share what to learn from the descriptions posted. Discuss the steps to take to analyze the data. Explain the strengths and limitations of the type of analysis selected.
The chosen research framework for this study is descriptive, aiming to offer a comprehensive portrayal of the phenomenon under examination. Kim et al. (2017) explain that descriptive research describes the characteristics of a population, situation, or phenomenon. Often, it is used to identify patterns or trends within data or to provide a detailed overview of a situation or phenomenon. As noted by Doyle et al. (2020), qualitative descriptive research aims to capture the ‘who, what, and where’ of events or experiences from a subjective viewpoint. For instance, participants may be asked to recount a moment of significant joy, detailing the circumstances, emotions experienced, and their responses. In analyzing the collected data, Kim et al. (2017) outlined several key steps. First, researchers adopt a naturalistic perspective, observing the phenomenon in its natural setting. Second, they maintain flexibility in adhering to a specific theory or framework, allowing exploration of alternative paths. Third, data collection methods often involve individual or focus group interviews with semi-structured guides. Fourth, purposeful sampling techniques like maximum variation sampling are employed to ensure diverse insights. Fifth, thematic analysis identifies patterns within the data. Finally, the study findings are presented in straightforward, descriptive summaries for clarity.
However, it’s critical to acknowledge both descriptive analysis’s strengths and limitations. Aggarwal & Ranganathan (2019) highlight its ability to offer a comprehensive overview of the research topic efficiently and affordably, with minimal ethical concerns in most cases. Descriptive analysis may struggle to establish causal relationships between variables and lack generalizability beyond the specific context and sample studied. Despite these limitations, descriptive research remains a valuable tool for understanding complex phenomena. By recognizing these strengths and limitations, researchers can ensure the validity and reliability of their findings, contributing to a deeper understanding of the subject matter.
References:
Aggarwal, R., & Ranganathan, P. (2019). Study designs: Part 2 – Descriptive studies. Perspectives in clinical research, 10(1), 34–36. https://doi.org/10.4103/picr.PICR_154_18
BibleGateway. (n.d.). Galatians 6:7 (King James Version). https://www.biblegateway.com/verse/en/Galatians%206:7
Doyle, L., McCabe, C., Keogh, B., Brady, A., & McCann, M. (2020). An overview of the qualitative descriptive design within nursing research. Journal of research in nursing : JRN, 25(5), 443–455. https://doi.org/10.1177/1744987119880234
Kim, H., Sefcik, J. S., & Bradway, C. (2017). Characteristics of Qualitative Descriptive Studies: A Systematic Review. Research in nursing & health, 40(1), 23–42. https://doi.org/10.1002/nur.2176
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