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In this section, the author analyzes various forms of research methodologies with their strengths and limitations. In this chapter, empirical and theoretical research is introduced to the reader with its ability to discern and categorize data. Qualitative methods are introduced as a framework to understand the methods used for this research. These methods include content analysis, participant observation, and semistructured and unstructured interviews. Other components of this research discussed in this chapter are, namely, data triangulation and participants. In addition, analyzing data and ethical considerations are also included in this chapter.
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By the term “forefront,” I stress a meaning of which women are taking leading roles in society and somehow the government consultant interviewed suggested that was a problem.
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Akgul, F. (2017). Methodology. In: Patriarchal Theory Reconsidered. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-49766-2_2
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