Question 1

Identify the way focus group data may be analyzed:

Accepted Answer

A)  A metaphor analysis 
B)  A multi-scale analysis 
C)  A reverse-insight analysis 
D)  A linear analysis 
A)  A metaphor analysis 
B)  A multi-scale analysis 
C)  A reverse-insight analysis 
D)  A linear analysis A

Question 2

How is a discussion guide an integral part of focus group research?

Accepted Answer

A discussion guide is an integral part of focus group research because it helps to ensure that the discussion stays focused and on track. It provides a structure for the moderator to follow, including a list of topics and questions to cover during the session. This helps to ensure that all relevant areas are explored and that the group stays on topic. Additionally, the discussion guide can help to standardize the research process, ensuring that all focus groups are conducted in a consistent manner. This can help to improve the reliability and validity of the research findings. Overall, a well-designed discussion guide is essential for guiding the discussion and ensuring that the research objectives are met in a focus group setting.

Question 3

When conducting a group make sure …

Accepted Answer

A)  your tech is ready and working (if using any tech) 
B)  your discussion guide is ready 
C)  A & C 
D)  None of the above 
A)  your tech is ready and working (if using any tech) 
B)  your discussion guide is ready 
C)  A & C 
D)  None of the above C

Question 4

A discussion guide is …

Accepted Answer

A)  fixed and does not provide for any deviation 
B)  very broad and general 
C)  flexible to accommodate the group 
D)  not really used in focus groups 
A)  fixed and does not provide for any deviation 
B)  very broad and general 
C)  flexible to accommodate the group 
D)  not really used in focus groups

Question 5

A focus group is best held in a:

Accepted Answer

A)  A lab 
B)  Natural setting 
C)  Controlled environment 
D)  A and C 
A)  A lab 
B)  Natural setting 
C)  Controlled environment 
D)  A and C

Question 6

Every focus group consists of …

Accepted Answer

A)  A moderator 
B)  Participants 
C)  Recording technician 
D)  A & B 
A)  A moderator 
B)  Participants 
C)  Recording technician 
D)  A & B

Question 7

What are the advantages to using a focus group to collect data?

Accepted Answer

Focus groups are a qualitative research

Question 8

Shae is leading a focus group exploring language used on the field by soccer players (including the language the players prefer the referee does not hear). Shae's role is what?

Accepted Answer

A)  Group leader 
B)  Moderator 
C)  Group interaction leader 
D)  Group effect coordinator 
A)  Group leader 
B)  Moderator 
C)  Group interaction leader 
D)  Group effect coordinator

Question 9

What role do incentives play in focus group research?

Accepted Answer

In focus group research, incentives play

Question 10

The acceptable minimum of focus groups for any study is:

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  5 
A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  5

Question 11

What are the limitations to using a focus group to collect data?

Accepted Answer

Focus groups are a qualitative research

Question 12

The program for a focus group is called a …

Accepted Answer

A)  Discussion guide 
B)  Group guide 
C)  Discussion director 
D)  Discussion lead 
A)  Discussion guide 
B)  Group guide 
C)  Discussion director 
D)  Discussion lead

Question 13

A benefit of focus groups is when insights emerge from the group which might not evident in a 1-1 interview.

Accepted Answer

A)  Focus group 
B)  Moderator 
C)  Group interaction 
D)  Group effect 
A)  Focus group 
B)  Moderator 
C)  Group interaction 
D)  Group effect

Question 14

Identify the way focus group data may be analyzed:

Accepted Answer

A)  An analysis of variance 
B)  Grounded theory analysis 
C)  A Likert analysis 
D)  A differentiation analysis 
A)  An analysis of variance 
B)  Grounded theory analysis 
C)  A Likert analysis 
D)  A differentiation analysis

Question 15

Which are key factors to remember when planning a focus group?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prep for collecting data from the group 
B)  Make sure you have restroom facilities 
C)  Make location easy to find 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Prep for collecting data from the group 
B)  Make sure you have restroom facilities 
C)  Make location easy to find 
D)  All of the above

Question 16

An acceptable number of participants in a focus group is:

Accepted Answer

A)  3-5 
B)  3-7 
C)  3-15 
D)  3-21 
A)  3-5 
B)  3-7 
C)  3-15 
D)  3-21

Question 17

Which are common incentives for participation a researcher might offer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Money 
B)  Food 
C)  Classroom extra credit 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Money 
B)  Food 
C)  Classroom extra credit 
D)  All of the above

Question 18

Which are key factors to remember when planning a focus group?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prep for the number of people in the group 
B)  Prep for the length of the session 
C)  Prep the setup of the room 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Prep for the number of people in the group 
B)  Prep for the length of the session 
C)  Prep the setup of the room 
D)  All of the above

Question 19

How does a researcher prepare for holding a focus group?

Accepted Answer

Preparing for a focus group involves sev

Question 20

The best option for a moderator is …

Accepted Answer

A)  For the researcher to lead the group 
B)  hire a professional moderator to lead the group 
C)  hire an amateur moderator to lead the group 
D)  select a student to lead the group 
A)  For the researcher to lead the group 
B)  hire a professional moderator to lead the group 
C)  hire an amateur moderator to lead the group 
D)  select a student to lead the group

Identify the way focus group data may be analyzed:

How is a discussion guide an integral part of focus group research?

When conducting a group make sure …

A discussion guide is …

A focus group is best held in a:

Every focus group consists of …

What are the advantages to using a focus group to collect data?

Shae is leading a focus group exploring language used on the field by soccer players (including the language the players prefer the referee does not hear). Shae's role is what?

What role do incentives play in focus group research?

The acceptable minimum of focus groups for any study is:

What are the limitations to using a focus group to collect data?

The program for a focus group is called a …

A benefit of focus groups is when insights emerge from the group which might not evident in a 1-1 interview.

Identify the way focus group data may be analyzed:

Which are key factors to remember when planning a focus group?

An acceptable number of participants in a focus group is:

Which are common incentives for participation a researcher might offer?

Which are key factors to remember when planning a focus group?

How does a researcher prepare for holding a focus group?

The best option for a moderator is …

Introduction Ethics

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Interpretive Paradigm

Critical Paradigm

Data

Evaluating Research

Hypotheses and Research Questions

Ethnography

Interviewing

Content Analysis

Discourse Analysis

Surveys

Descriptive

Inferential

Experimental Design

Mixed Methods

Rhetorical Criticism

Critical Rhetoric

Performance

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Exam 10: Focus Groups

Identify the way focus group data may be analyzed:

How is a discussion guide an integral part of focus group research?

When conducting a group make sure …

A discussion guide is …

A focus group is best held in a:

Every focus group consists of …

What are the advantages to using a focus group to collect data?

Shae is leading a focus group exploring language used on the field by soccer players (including the language the players prefer the referee does not hear). Shae's role is what?

What role do incentives play in focus group research?

The acceptable minimum of focus groups for any study is:

What are the limitations to using a focus group to collect data?

The program for a focus group is called a …

A benefit of focus groups is when insights emerge from the group which might not evident in a 1-1 interview.

Identify the way focus group data may be analyzed:

Which are key factors to remember when planning a focus group?

An acceptable number of participants in a focus group is:

Which are common incentives for participation a researcher might offer?

Which are key factors to remember when planning a focus group?

How does a researcher prepare for holding a focus group?

The best option for a moderator is …

Introduction Ethics

Social Science

Interpretive Paradigm

Critical Paradigm

Data

Evaluating Research

Hypotheses and Research Questions

Ethnography

Interviewing

Content Analysis

Discourse Analysis

Surveys

Descriptive

Inferential

Experimental Design

Mixed Methods

Rhetorical Criticism

Critical Rhetoric

Performance

Filters