Nr 439 week 6 discussions posts
Given the research question of “What factors influence parents’ decisions to vaccinate their children?”, I would use a qualitative data collection method such as semi-structured interviews. This is because this type of data collection allows for an in-depth exploration of the reasons behind parents’ decisions which can be highly beneficial when trying to understand the underlying motivations and beliefs related to the issue. It also allows for insight into the way that these people interpret information about vaccines, which is not possible using other methods.
Semi-structured interviews also provide flexibility in terms of topics discussed since they don’t follow a strict format or structure. Semi-structured interviews allow researchers to explore new areas, and can ask additional follow up questions in the event of any unexpected insights. It also gives the opportunity to clarify and probe participants’ answers, which could help reveal deeper details about their decision-making processes.
This type of data collection is essential for researchers in order to better understand the participants and develop evidence-based interventions targeted at parents.