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Very little qualitative data presented that relate to the synthesis objective. Those findings that are presented are fairly descriptive.
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For example, a mixed methods study using open ended survey questions or a more detailed qualitative study where only part of the data relates to the synthesis objective
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2
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Some qualitative data presented that relate to the synthesis objective
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For example, a limited number of qualitative findings from a mixed methods or qualitative study
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3
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A reasonable amount of qualitative data that relate to the synthesis objective
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For example, a typical qualitative research article in a journal with a smaller word limit and often using simple thematic analysis
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4
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A good amount and depth of qualitative data that relate to the synthesis objective
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For example, a qualitative research article in a journal with a larger word count that includes more context and setting descriptions and a more in-depth presentation of the findings
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5
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A large amount and depth of qualitative data that relate in depth to the synthesis objective.
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For example, from a detailed ethnography or a published qualitative article with the same objectives as the synthesis
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