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9. Qualitative Approach

The chapter explores qualitative research methods, emphasizing the importance of adapting techniques based on cultural contexts and participant interactions. The use of field observations, semi-structured interviews, and mapping exercises are highlighted as effective strategies for gathering in-depth insights. Communication techniques, including utilizing local intermediaries, are presented as essential for building trust and obtaining reliable data from communities, especially in sensitive settings involving gender dynamics.

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Sections

  • 1

    Qualitative Approach

    The qualitative approach emphasizes methods like field observation and interviews to gather in-depth insights into cultural contexts.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.1

    Initial Methods

    This section discusses various qualitative research methods, including field observation, semi-structured interviews, and community engagement, emphasizing the importance of adapting methods to context.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.2

    Field Observation And Interviews

    This section discusses utilizing field observation and interviews as qualitative methods for data collection to gain deeper insights into cultural dimensions.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.3

    Community Engagement

    This section discusses effective methods for community engagement in qualitative research, emphasizing the importance of building trust and employing diverse techniques.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.4

    Gender Considerations In Research

    The section discusses the importance of gender considerations in qualitative research methods and highlights various strategies for engaging with different community members to gather comprehensive data.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.5

    Belonging And Open Communication

    This section explores the qualitative methods used in research to build trust and open communication with communities, focusing on the importance of belonging.

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  • 1.6

    Mental Map Exercises

    This section discusses the use of mental map exercises in qualitative cultural research, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and adaptation of methods to local contexts.

    Learning Practice

  • 2

    Coastal Regulation And Its Implications

    This section discusses the qualitative research methods employed to understand coastal regulations and their implications, particularly in the context of Tamil Nadu.

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  • 2.1

    Implementation Of Coastal Regulation

    This section discusses the qualitative research methods used to study community responses to coastal regulation in Tamil Nadu after the tsunami.

    Learning Practice

  • 2.2

    Land Acquisition Issues

    This section discusses various qualitative research methods used in studying land acquisition issues, emphasizing community engagement and cultural understanding.

    Learning Practice

  • 2.3

    Connectivity Aspects

    The section discusses qualitative research methods focused on community engagement and trust-building.

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  • 3

    References And Conclusion

    This section discusses the qualitative research approach, emphasizing the importance of tailored methods and community engagement for effective data collection.

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References

27 part c.pdf

Class Notes

Memorization

What we have learnt

  • Qualitative research requir...
  • Building trust with communi...
  • Utilizing local agencies an...

Final Test

Revision Tests