Qualitative research designs are used to answer different types of research questions and to explore different aspects of human experience. Grand Canyon University (GCU) has a set of qualitative core designs, found on the DC Network. Review the GCU Qualitative Core Designs Document so you can contrast the GCU qualitative core designs. What are the defining characteristics of each design? How do they differ from one another? What are some advantages and disadvantages of each design? How might researchers select the most appropriate design for their research question? Support your view.
Scientific method
The Nature of Knowing: The Scientific Method The scientific method is not limited to laboratory experiments. It is a systematic way of thinking that applies to all fields of study, including the social sciences. Scholars agree that rigorous research follows similar steps no matter the discipline (Kunisch et al., 2023).