Designing A Study

Generally, the format for the design of this study follows the traditional research approach of presenting a problem, asking a question, collecting data to answer the question, analyzing the data, and answering the question.

The following format can serve as a guide for planning a study:

• Introduction
• Statement of the Problem
• Purpose of the Study
• The Grand Tour Question and Sub Questions
• Definitions
• Delimitations and Limitations
• Significance of the Study
• Procedure
• Assumptions and Rationale for a Qualitative Design
• The Type of Design Used
• The Role of the Researcher
• Data Collection Procedures
• Methods for Verification
• Outcomes of the Study and Its Relation to Theory and Literature
• Appendixes

More details of each one of these are discussed under the traditions.

For information on characteristics of a “good” qualitative research, click here.