Operations Management

Unit 3 Discussion 1 – Selecting Methodologies
For this discussion, complete the following:
1. Select a methodology from one of the five discussed in this unit, which you would use to design a qualitative study.
2. Demonstrate your understanding of the methodology by writing a one-page description of the methodology and a rationale for using the methodology to design a research study.
3. Support your choice and rationale with references from the assigned readings.
OBJECTIVES
To successfully complete this learning unit, you will be expected to:
1. Explore the five major qualitative research design methodologies.
2. Describe the key characteristics, purposes, strengths, and limitations of qualitative research designs.
3. Review the different approaches to qualitative inquiry.
Unit 3 – Introduction to the Five Methodologies
INTRODUCTION
There are five qualitative research methodologies generally considered acceptable at Capella University to guide a qualitative dissertation:
Ethnography.
Case study.
Phenomenology.
Grounded theory.
Generic qualitative inquiry.