Assessing qualitative data richness and thickness: Development of an evidence‐based tool for use in qualitative evidence synthesis
Heather M. R. Ames,
Emma F. France,
Sara Cooper
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundWell‐conducted qualitative evidence syntheses (QESs) can provide invaluable insights into complex phenomena. However, the development of an in‐depth understanding depends on the analysis of rich, thick data from the included primary qualitative studies. Sampling may be needed if there are too many eligible studies. Data richness and thickness are among several criteria that can be taken into consideration when sampling studies for inclusion. However, existing tools do not address explicitly the asses… Show more
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