Exploring the Function of Member Checking

Authors

Amber G. Candela, University of Missouri-St. LouisFollow

Abstract

Member checking is commonly used in qualitative research as a means to maintain validity; however, little has been published about the effects the member checking process may have on participants. In this article, I provide the experiences of two participants in a qualitative case study and argue how member checking should be used as a reflective space for participants.

Keywords

Qualitative Research, Methodology, Member Checking

Author Bio(s)

Dr. Amber G. Candela is an assistant professor of mathematics education at the University of Missouri – St. Louis. Her current research interests are in the areas of professional development of mathematic teachers around the selection and implementation of high cognitive demand tasks in inclusive settings. Her overall research interests include the professional development of mathematics teachers at all levels and prospective and in-service teachers use and implementation of high cognitive demand tasks. Correspondence regarding this article can be addressed directly to: candelaa@umsl.edu.

Publication Date

3-24-2019

Creative Commons License

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 4.0 International License.

DOI

10.46743/2160-3715/2019.3726

Recommended APA Citation

Candela, A. G. (2019). Exploring the Function of Member Checking. The Qualitative Report, 24(3), 619-628. https://doi.org/10.46743/2160-3715/2019.3726