Why is the loss of objectivity of great concern when conducting qualitative research? What can be done prevent loss of objectivity?

What will be an ideal response?


A strong answer will mention that all researchers seek to remain objective while observing, analyzing, describing, reporting, presenting findings, and making conclusions without value judgments or biases. If a researcher loses objectivity, the trust and overall confidence in the researcher is lost, impacting the study’s findings. Being aware of the concept as discussed in Chapter 6 will hopefully plant a seed of awareness in a potential researchers mind that this is a pitfall of which to be mindful.

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