The Focus-Group Method: Stages of the Research
- Authors: Chekhovsky IV1
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Affiliations:
- Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia
- Issue: No 4 (2012)
- Pages: 145-155
- Section: ARTICLES
- URL: https://journals.rcsi.science/2313-2272/article/view/340789
- ID: 340789
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Abstract
In this article the author examines the full stage-by-stage algorithm of implementing his research based on the focus-group method and including the whole cycle — from receiving the request for research to presenting the final report. Special attention is given both to carrying out the works and procedures, and to preparing the records essential in fulfilling a practical research project.
About the authors
I V Chekhovsky
Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia
Author for correspondence.
Email: ivanche222@yandex.ru
Sociology Chair
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