Paper Topic:

sampling

The parameters that underpin quality research especially qualitative research keep changing and so the need for more clarity and transparency . The lucidity and transparency of reports from qualitative research form the basic philosophical foundation upon which the rigor as well as credibility of the qualitative study is evaluated . Qualitative studies are highly anchored on the quality of the reports generated and thus there is increased emphasis on the data collection stage . Given that all reliable targets may not be available to the qualitative researcher , the concept of saturation sampling allows the researcher

to survey all the identifiable targets . In other words , saturation sampling helps researchers to overcome problems of lack of intentional sampling frames . For that reason , the researchers will attempt to survey all samples available . In addition , Fontanella et al (2008 ) add that saturation sampling allows the researcher to take a multifaceted approach in the study by removing the limits to the techniques of data collection , the mode of use , and the type of data collected . This boosts the reliability of the investigation by providing as much information as possible (Fontanella et al 2008

An example of a research study that employed data saturation is found in the `Public Understanding of Science- Journal ' titled `Ethno-cultural community leaders ' views and perceptions on biobanks and population specific genomic research : a qualitative research study ' by Godard et al (2010 . The authors of the article note that due to the large gap existing due to lack of sufficient data on views and perceptions...

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