Research Design Considerations:
Evidence appropriate to question?
Potential source types (sampling units):
settings, persons, activities, documents, events.
Selection strategies for sampling:
Maximum variation
“Typical” (defined)
Critical
Convenience
Snowball
Theoretical construct
Considering access
Comparing perspectives (yours and subject)
Possible limits (strengths) of access terms
How can information be attained?
Extent (number) of contacts needed
Need, influence of gatekeepers, sponsors