Focal Groups: Method and Aplication in Qualitative Research

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  • BIANCA NUNES GUEDES
  • DAÍSY VIEIRA DE ARAÚJO
  • MARCLINEIDE NÓBREGA DE ANDRADE
  • SOLANGE FÁTIMA GERALDO DA COSTA

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Summary This bibliographical article aims at addressing the method and application of the focal group technique in qualitative researches. The authors show relevant aspects of the operation of the mentioned technique such as purpose, advantages, number of participants, average group duration, the role of the moderator, data analysis and collection procedures. They also show some qualitative studies in the field of health, which used the focal group method to collect data. DESCRIPTORS Focal group. Qualitative research. Interview.

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2009-07-09

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GUEDES, B. N., ARAÚJO, D. V. D., ANDRADE, M. N. D., & COSTA, S. F. G. D. (2009). Focal Groups: Method and Aplication in Qualitative Research. Revista Brasileira De Ciências Da Saúde, 10(1), 87–92. Retrieved from https://periodicos.ufpb.br/index.php/rbcs/article/view/3425

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