Kvantitetsbaserade

Kvantitetsbaserade is a Swedish term used to describe methods, studies, or analyses that rely on quantities, numerical data, or measurable indicators. The word combines kvantitet (quantity) with baserad (based) and is commonly used in academic and policy contexts to distinguish approaches that emphasize measurement and statistical analysis from qualitative approaches that focus on meanings and context.

Definition and scope: Kvantitetsbaserade methodologies collect data that can be quantified, such as counts, rates, scores, or financial figures, and apply statistical, econometric, or mathematical techniques to describe, test, or predict phenomena. They often aim for objectivity, comparability, and the ability to generalize findings.

Applications: Kvantitetsbaserade approaches are widespread in social sciences, economics, health, education, and market research. Methods include surveys with numeric scales, experiments, observational coding with numeric indicators, regression analysis, hypothesis testing, and psychometric testing.

Advantages and limitations: The strengths include objectivity, replicability, scalability, and the estimation of uncertainty. Limitations involve the risk of oversimplification, measurement error, sampling or instrumentation bias, and a potential loss of contextual nuance. Effective use requires high-quality data, appropriate instrument design, and careful consideration of statistical assumptions and model specification.

Relation to other approaches: Kvantitetsbaserade work is often contrasted with kvalitativ metodik and, in many fields, paired with qualitative or mixed-methods designs to provide a fuller understanding of phenomena. Etymologically, it stems from kvantitet (quantity) and baserad (based).