NAME: TSHOLANANG

SURNAME: MOLOTSI
STUDENT NUMBER: ST10126354
LECTURER’S NAME: SHELDON NAIDOO
DATE: 12 JULY 2024 (REPLACEMENT)

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 TABLE OF CONTENT

1. Cover page
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2. Table of content
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3. Question
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4. Question 2
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5. Question 3……………………………………………………………………………6

6. Question 4…………………………………………………………………………..7

7. Question 5 …………………………………………………………………………8

8. Question 6 …………………………………………………………………………9

9. Reference list …………………………………………………………………….\10

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QUESTION 1

1.1 Research Title: "Exploring Teacher Experiences in School Support Teams: A Qualitative
Study in Kwa-Zulu Natal"

Q. 1.2 How do socioeconomic factors impact access to healthcare services in urban areas?

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QUESTION 2

Q.2.1: The paradigm best suited for the intended study is likely the interpretivist paradigm.

Q.2.2: The interpretivist paradigm focuses on understanding the subjective meanings and
interpretations individuals give to their experiences. It emphasizes qualitative methods, such as
interviews and observations, to explore these meanings in-depth. Interpretivist is a school of
social science which holds that in order to interpret evidence about a phenomenon, it is necessary
to comprehend the attitudes, motives, and reasoning of individuals within a social context.
(Charlotee, 2004)

There are many interpretivist sociological perspectives; three of the most prominent are symbolic
interactionism, phenomenology and ethnomethodology, and hermeneutics. A number of
sociologists, including Weber, Garfinkle, Bulmer, Goffman, Cooley, Mead, and Husser, have
embraced an interpretivist methodology. Both qualitative and quantitative research techniques
are employed by interpretivists. But they reject the notion that there is a single approach that can
reliably uncover the "truth" about a phenomenon because they think there is no one "right path"
to knowing. (Charlotee, 2004)

Q.2.3: The interpretivist paradigm is suitable for the study on children's perception of YouTube
videos with product endorsements because it allows researchers to delve into the subjective
experiences and perceptions of children regarding the videos and endorsements. This paradigm
enables a deep exploration of how children interpret and make sense of the content, aligning with
the qualitative nature of the study. The interpretivist paradigm values the unique perspectives of
individuals, making it ideal for understanding the nuanced views of children in this context. By
utilizing qualitative methods, the researchers can capture the rich insights and meanings behind
children's perceptions, enhancing the study's depth and validity.

Q.2.4: Two positions of the interpretivist paradigm that the authors would likely adopt to refine
the interpretation of the results are:

1. Emphasizing the importance of context: The interpretivist paradigm places importance on the
circumstances around occurrences. The writers might concentrate on figuring out how children's

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views of product endorsements are influenced by the particular setting of watching YouTube.
(Qadir, 2022)

2. Acknowledging multiple realities: People create their own reality, according to the
interpretivist worldview. The writers should think about examining the many ways that kids
understand and view product endorsements in YouTube videos, emphasizing the differences in
the ways that kids view and interact with this kind of content. (Qadir, 2022)

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QUESTION 3

Q.3.1 The data collection method best suited for the study is likely interviews.

Q.3.2 Interviews involve engaging with participants to gather detailed information in a natural
setting. It allows for a deep exploration of participants' experiences and perceptions.

Q.3.3 Conducting interviews is the most appropriate method for this study since it allows
researchers to speak with children directly and learn about their opinions about YouTube videos
that promote products. With this approach, the experiences of the participants can be thoroughly
examined and rich insights can be gained. (Qadir, 2022)

Q.3.4 The unit of analysis in the study is likely to be individual children.

Q.3.5 An appropriate data analysis method that would complement interviews is thematic
analysis.

Q.3.6 Thematic analysis is best suited for the study as it involves identifying patterns, themes,
and meanings in qualitative data. This method aligns with the rich, detailed information gathered
through interviews, allowing for a systematic exploration of the collected data.

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QUESTION 4

Q.4.1 Stratified sampling strategy would be best suited for the study.

Q.4.2 A population is divided into homogeneous subpopulations called strata (plural of stratum)
depending on particular features (e.g., race, gender identity, location, etc.) in a stratified sample.
Every person in the population under study ought to belong to precisely one strata. (Thomas,
2023)

Q.4.3: Stratified sampling is suitable for this study as it allows for a more accurate representation
of the population's characteristics.

Q.4.4: The sample size is suitable for the chosen design as it represents the entire population
accurately. The sample size and design of the study determine the generalizability of the
findings.

Q. 4.5 A larger sample size and well-designed study promote generalizability. A smaller sample
size or flawed design may lead to limited generalizability. The authors' position on generalizing
the findings is crucial. They need to justify the sample size and design to support
generalizability. Failing to provide sufficient justification may limit the generalizability of the
study.

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QUESTION 5

Q.5.1 A suitable hypothesis that aligns with the authors' findings based on the Discussion,
Conclusions, and Recommendations section of the article could be: "Teacher leadership culture
positively influences teacher professionalism."

Q.5.2 One could classify the hypothesis as an alternate hypothesis. An alternate theory contends
that variables are related to one another or that a therapy has an impact. In this instance, a
directional link between the variables is implied by the hypothesis, which holds that teacher
leadership culture positively promotes teacher professionalism. It is consistent with an alternate
hypothesis in that it suggests that teacher professionalism is impacted by the culture of teacher
leadership.

Q. 5.3 Validity refers to the accuracy of the study's conclusions based on the data. Reliability
refers to the consistency and repeatability of the study's results. Trustworthiness refers to the
credibility and reliability of the study's data. The authors would use trustworthiness to explain
the efficacy of their results.

Q. 5. 4 In question 5.3, the study design and the instruments used are crucial factors in
determining the appropriateness of the choice made. The study design refers to how the research
is structured, including aspects like the sample size, methodology, and data collection
techniques. The instruments used in the study refer to the tools or methods employed to gather
data, such as surveys, interviews, or observations. Therefore, when explaining the choice made
in question 5.3, it is essential to consider how these elements influenced the decision.

Q. 5.5

The sample size and design of the study are crucial for generalizing findings. A larger sample
size and appropriate design increase generalizability. Small sample sizes and inadequate designs
may lead to biased results. Generalizability depends on the representativeness and diversity of
the sample. The authors' position in generalizing findings depends on the sample size and design.

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QUESTION 6

As a student-researcher conducting a study on children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD),

various ethical considerations must be carefully addressed to ensure the participants' safety and
well-being. First and foremost, informed consent is essential when working with vulnerable
groups such as children with ASD. It is critical to acquire consent from both the children and
their parents or legal guardians, ensuring that they understand the goal of the study, the processes
involved, and their right to withdraw at any time. (.J, 2023)

Secondly, confidentiality and privacy are paramount when conducting research with children
with ASD. As a student-researcher, it is important to guarantee that the information shared by the
participants during interviews and observations remains confidential and is not disclosed to
anyone outside the research team. This includes using pseudonyms or codes to protect the
identities of the children and ensuring that data is stored securely. (.J, 2023)

Third, maintaining the participants' well-being and emotional safety is critical. Children with
ASD may have unique sensitivities or obstacles that must be addressed during the research
process. As a student-researcher, you must ensure that the children feel safe and comfortable
throughout interviews and observations, taking into account their communication styles, sensory
demands, and emotional responses. Furthermore, having adequate support mechanisms in place,
such as access to counseling services if needed, is vital to handle any potential emotional distress
that may emerge throughout the study. (.J, 2023)

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References
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Available at: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/autism-spectrum-disorders?
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PTu71gBfUJ314N9H2kP3JREAh_hwg4JEJtv1xoCCR0QAvD_BwE
[Accessed 9 June 2024].

Charlotee, 2004. Interpretivism Paradigm and research philosophy. [Online]

Available at: https://www.simplypsychology.org/interpretivism-paradigm.html
[Accessed 10 June 2024].

Qadir, G., 2022. Research Paradigms: Positivists, Interpreativist, and Critical Paradigm.. 3(5),
pp. 2-4.

Thomas, L., 2023. Stratified Sampling. [Online]

Available at: https://www.scribbr.com/methodology/stratified-sampling
[Accessed 10 June 2024].

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