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•Main Themes - Development of Quality Criteria in Qualitative Research - Pedagogical and Political Implications of Criteria - Flexibility and Universality of the Proposed Model •Introduction and Rationale Since Lincoln and Guba (1985), scholars like Bochner, Creswell, Denzin & Lincoln, Richardson, Seale, and Stenbacka have proposed evolving, context-dependent best practices. These differ from quantitative validity but can cause confusion and hinder recognition among policymakers and funders unfamiliar with qualitative methods. •Purpose and Pedagogical Focus The author aims to develop an accessible eight-point model that distinguishes methods from goals, helping students and researchers understand quality standards, fostering respect for qualitative approaches, and emphasizing that quality depends on context, paradigm, and project. •Context and Challenges in Qualitative Research Despite progress, qualitative research faces political bias favoring quantitative, experimental, and generalizable studies, complicating acceptance of ethnography, case studies, and naturalistic data. A simple framework can aid communication, promoting dialogue among paradigms and mutual...