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6 years ago in Case Study By Himanshu

Data vs theory triangulation

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By Babita Answered 6 years ago

Difference between data triangulation and theory triangulation is simple. Data triangulation involves space, time and persons. 
On the other hand, theory triangulation involves usage of theoretical concepts in the interpretation of the phenomenon.

By Varsha Answered 6 years ago

Data triangulation involves the collection of data by using strategies such as different times, contexts and people. 
This also includes the collection of data from the researcher’s experience and participants involved in the research.

By Jennifer Answered 6 years ago

Theoretical triangulation is also regarded as methodological pluralism. This type of triangulation includes combining different methodologies 
such as feminism and interpretivism.

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