R.A. Krueger’s scientific contributions

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Publications (5)


Designing and conducting focus group interviews
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January 2001

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R.A. Krueger

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M.A. Casey




Focus group interviewing. Measurement of food preferences

January 1994

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61 Citations

Every methodology in social science research includes a set of recommended procedures intended to minimize abuse and error. Because these standards are still evolving for focus groups, the methodology is prone to abuses, both intentional and unintentional. For example, many disparate group situations are labeled ‘focus group interview’; researchers are occasionally more interested in profit than in enlightenment; and results are frequently overgeneralized. In this chapter we hope to highlight those factors which are becoming accepted as critical to successful focus group interviews and also those ‘black holes’ that weaken the quality of focus group research.

Citations (5)


... Each category then engaged in focus group discussions, offering a platform for interactive dialogue and fostering a deeper understanding of the communal and social dynamics influencing individual choices (Krueger & Casey, 2014). These sessions aimed to identify communal trends or deviations in perceptions and to expose any collective misunderstandings or social norms that might impact consumer behavior. ...

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Exploring Spectacle Usage Patterns: A Thematic Analysis of Refractive Disorder Patients in Medan, Indonesia
Focus Groups: A Practical Guide for Applied Research
  • Citing Book
  • January 2000

... A focus group is defined as a structured discussion between a group of people where a moderator is involved who addresses issues to be discussed and ensures all members participate and the conversation stays on topic, controlling any overly dominant members [65]. Focus groups with four to seven participants are typical for collecting data on the experiences, interactions, and perspectives of the participants [66]. The session lasted approximately 120 min for the three groups. ...

Overview of focus groups
  • Citing Article
  • January 2000

... Interview was conducted using audio recorder with the assistance of semi-structured, open-ended script to guide the sessions and to obtain the 30 participants views [18]. Scripts for the interview were piloted before conducting the actual interview. ...

Focus group interviewing. Measurement of food preferences
  • Citing Article
  • January 1994

... Qualitative methods-specifically, focus groups (FGs)-were used to achieve this objective instead of relying solely on traditional interviews. FGs can offer a deeper understanding of factors that influence health behaviors by fostering open discussions and helping participants feel more comfortable sharing their personal opinions [19]. This type of inquiry allows investigators to understand the socio-cultural factors surrounding stigma through the healthcare student lens [19,20]. ...

Designing and conducting focus group interviews
  • Citing Article
  • January 2001