Scientific essay: Exploring qualitative methodologies that contribute to strengthening the scientific research process
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qualitative methodologies, socio-natural phenomena, complexity, reflection, comprehensiveness.Abstract
Qualitative methodologies have garnered significant attention due to their relevance and applicability across diverse domains, serving as essential instruments for the exploration and understanding of social phenomena. These approaches enable a nuanced examination of the latent human dynamics that shape societal structures and interactions. This essay offers a reflective analysis of the role qualitative methodologies play in enhancing the research process, addressing key questions such as: Which qualitative methods are most recognized, and what are their principal contributions to the generation of knowledge?
To this end, the essay examines 30 methodological tools—including in-depth interviews, discourse analysis, content analysis, and participant observation—demonstrating their efficacy in interpreting multifactorial and complex realities. The discussion further elucidates the purpose of these methodologies, emphasizing their complementary role to quantitative approaches by uncovering subjective perspectives and analytical categories that elude numerical measurement.
In conclusion, the essay provides a comprehensive overview of the selected methodologies, outlines the challenges and opportunities inherent in their application, and underscores their transformative potential in both scientific inquiry and professional practice within an increasingly dynamic, interconnected, and complex global context.
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