[Air-L] Sampling for online qualitative studies

[stu at texifter.com]

   I would suggest using the principle of saturation rather than searching
   for a predetermined number. There are many variables that will
   ultimately determine the actual number (topic scope & nature,
   homophily, etc), but running out of finding new or interesting
   discoveries before stopping the data collection might make sense in
   your case.

   ~Stu

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   -------- Original Message --------
   Subject: [Air-L] Sampling for online qualitative studies
   From: "Rebecca Thomas" <[7]ret00009 at students.stir.ac.uk>
   Date: Wed, April 04, 2012 2:01 am
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   I am looking for information on establishing a sample size for
   qualitative
   research using asynchronous discussion boards to collect data. I have
   found only a limited amount of information on this up to now so would
   appreciate being pointed towards any useful sources of information.
   Regards
   Becky Thomas
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