There are several unique characteristics of qualitative research that make it distinct from quantitative research. Describe the aspects of qualitative research and the elements of design that contribute to the rigor of the work. What actions of the researcher can compromise the integrity of the findings

Quantitative research is statistical: it has numbers attached to it, like averages, percentages or quotas. Qualitative research uses non-statistical methods. For example, you might perform a study and find that 50% of a district’s students dislike their teachers.

Explanation:

Characteristics of Qualitative Research.  

Findings are judged by whether they make sense and are consistent with the collected data.

Results are validated externally by how well they might be applicable to other situations. This is tough to do; rich, detailed descriptions can help to bolster external validity.

Data is usually collected from small, specific and non-random samples.

Actions of the researcher that can compromise the integrity of the findings:

Intellectual honesty in proposing, performing, and reporting research refers to honesty with respect to the meaning of one's research. It is expected that researchers present proposals and data honestly and communicate their best understanding of the work in writing and verbally.

When a researcher do not exemplify and transmit the values associated with ethical scientific conduct” (NAS, 1995, preface).