Jan 1, 2019 · The chapter discusses different types of sampling methods used in qualitative research to select information-rich cases. Two types of sampling techniques are discussed in the past...

In this chapter, I want to explore sampling through a different narrative, one which uses a single case to demonstrate a range of issues researchers face in relation to sampling.

Sampling for Qualitative Research •With careful sampling and equally careful collection techniques, a surprisingly small number of interviews, narratives or focus groups can yield the data to answer your research question.

Snowball sampling is one of the most popular methods of sampling in qualitative research, central to which are the characteristics of networking and referral. The researchers usually start with a small number of initial contacts (seeds), who fit the research criteria and are invited to become participants within the research.

Jan 1, 2013 · After reading this chapter, you should be able to: • describe the rationale and processes for conducting qualitative sampling techniques • describe the main types of sampling in qualitative...

Using this typology, we introduce the following sampling strategies of inquiry: (a) parallel sampling designs, which represent a body of sampling strategies that facilitate credible comparisons of two or more different subgroups (e.g., girls vs. boys) that are extracted from the same levels of study (e.g., third-grade students); (b) nested sampl...

Sampling Methods in Qualitative Research Comprehensive sampling - every unit is included in the sample Maximum variation sampling - include units showing maximizing differences on specified characteristics. Extreme case sampling - units that are atypical, special, or unusual.

Nov 9, 2015 · In this article we present insights about sampling in qualitative research derived from a systematic methods overview we conducted of the literature from three research traditions: grounded...

In this paper, Gina Higginbottom aims to provide an overview of the complexity of sampling in qualitative research, and to provoke reflection and consideration of qualitative methodologies.

In this article we present insights about sampling in qualitative research derived from a systematic methods overview we conducted of the literature from three research traditions: grounded theory, phenomenology, and case study.