1. Qualitative Research …. Qualitative Research …. In the Middle East and Muslim Countries By Nour Ibrahim

2. A brief background to the Middle East …. The thin line between religion and culture. The reasons behind the diverse mentality in the region. Why religion is a profound variable and a core value in the Middle East. The result of mixing both religion and culture.

3. Islamic beliefs and cultural aspects and practices that affect research …. Fatalism (InshAllah). Daily prayers. Modesty. Segregation of men and women. Trust and privacy issues.

4. Best Practices for Qualitative Research in the Middle East …. Recruitment. Focus groups VS. individual interviews. The conduct of the group. The choice of the moderator. Incentives.

5. Subjects that cannot be broached in interviews and focus groups …. Family and income. Relationships outside marriage. Homosexuality. Alcoholic beverages and pork products.

6. First and second generation Middle Easters and differences …. Variance of level of integration in the West. Level of commitment to religion. Level of cultural effects. Surrounding environment.

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