Determinants of qualitative data saturation
A meta-analytical review
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 22229792 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Hadija M Matimbwa (Mbeya University of Science and Technology), Charles Okanda Nyatega (0000-0003-1783-7811, Mbeya University of Science and Technology, corresponding author), Buberwa M Tibesigwa (Mbeya University of Science and Technology) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Volume | 6 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Publication date | 2026-03-16 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | SN Social Sciences (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2662-9283 • E-ISSN: 2662-9283 |
| Publisher | Springer Science and Business Media LLC (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1007/s43545-026-01393-w |
| OpenAlex | W7136219461 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 55 |
Data collection · Qualitative property · Qualitative research · Meta-analysis and systematic reviews · Qualitative Research Methods and Applications · Qualitative Research Methods and Ethics
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Using conceptual depth criteria
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