Discussion: Qualitative Studies
Discussion Topic:
Answer the following questions:
    What are some ways that flexible/qualitative research characteristics are fundamentally different from fixed/quantitative research?
    Think of a research topic of interest and potential flexible study. Comment on your reflexivity as a researcher. What are your past experiences with the research problem, participants, or setting? How might those experiences influence your interpretations?
    Consider a research study you might conduct. What is the role of gatekeepers?

Discussion boards are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student is required to create a thread in response to the prompt provided for each forum. Each thread must be at least

700 words and demonstrate course-related knowledge
including at least 2 peer-reviewed source citations in current APA 7 format,
integration of 1 biblical

Textbook Readings
Creswell & Poth: chapter 4 (pp. 65110), chapter 5 (pp. 111126)
Merida et al.: Elisha: Mighty in Word and Deed, Cleansed with Lepers and Floating Axe Heads, Four Types of Hearts
Robson:  chapter 7 (p. 145-173), chapter 12 (p. 284-306), chapter 14 (p. 319 345)
Bible Readings
2 Kings 3:1 – 8:29