Pet Owners Lived Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Michael Andre Berja & Niel Kenneth Gabejan

CHAPTER 3

METHODOLOGY

Introduction

The researchers will discuss the process of conducting this type of study in this

chapter, as well as all of the methods used by the researchers to collect data from the

respondents, who are selected students from Valenzuela National High School. All the

methods, instruments, and even the type of study used to evaluate the information results

will also be discussed in this chapter.

Research Design

This research focuses on qualitative phenomenological design, which refers to

what people experience and how they understand it. This research examines people's

perceptions, attitudes, and current circumstances. Phenomenologists, according to

Welman & Kruger (2000), are interested in understanding social and psychological

phenomena through the viewpoints of those involved. The goal of a qualitative study is to

learn more about Pet Owners Lived Experience During the Covid-19 Pandemic.

The respondent of the Study

These pupils are enrolled in blended learning and are learning in an unfriendly

atmosphere. While this sample does not reflect the total population, it is considered
adequate for illustrating the goal of this study. In addition, the participants were chosen

based on their capacity to supply the necessary information and their connectivity at the

time of the study's execution. The researcher's goal is not to generalize the findings, but

to characterize qualitatively the lived experiences of students in a non-conducive

environment while participating in blended learning. The respondents of the survey were

selected students from the Grade 11 STEM strand at Valenzuela National High School in

the school year 2021–2022.

Research Instrument

This study used a semi-structured method in the interview, in which there are no

agreed-upon questions. Instead, the format is open-ended and more reactionary in the

interviewer-interviewee conversation. In addition to that, the questions in the interview

seeks to investigate the experiences of the pet owners during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Data Gathering Procedure

The researchers prepared selected participants for this study. Furthermore, the

researchers used focus group interview to share many common features with less

structured interviews, but there is more to them than merely collecting similar data from

many participants at once. A focus group is a group discussion on a particular topic

organised for research purposes. This discussion is guided, monitored and recorded by a

researcher (Kitzinger J., 1994). Focus groups are used for generating information on

collective views, and the meanings that lie behind those views. They are also useful in
generating a rich understanding of participants' experiences and beliefs, which is why the

researchers utilized focus group interviews.

The researchers conducted face-to-face interviews with those who wanted and

could do physical gathering and online interviews via Zoom for those who were not

allowed to do physical gathering because not all selected participants can be interviewed

in person. The responses of the selected participants are recorded. The participants have

valuable views and the ability to respond actively, positively, and respectfully. Such an

approach is not simply a courtesy, but will encourage fruitful discussions.

Qualitative Data Analysis

The researcher follows the phenomenological method in this area of analyzing the

date of the study. The researchers carefully analyzed the raw responses or data from the

selected participants. Then the researcher proceeds to analyze the responses of the

selected participants. Moreover, the researchers further refined the information derived

from the data they obtained to ensure the quality of the statement and description aligned

with the ongoing research.

Lastly, after generating concrete data from all selected participants, the

researchers opened the door for feedback in analyzing the data. The research we have

done will be able to provide concrete data from the interviews conducted within the scope

of the study.
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Kitzinger, J. (1994, January). The methodology of Focus Groups: the importance of

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CONTRIBUTION

DATE: TASK: DONE BY:

June 5, 2022 Research Instrument Niel Kenneth Gabejan

Data Gathering Procedure

Qualitative Data Analysis

June 5, 2022 Introduction Michael Andre Berja

Research Design

Respondent of the Study