Qualitative Research Methods

Qualitative Research Methods

<strong>Lecturers, click here to request an e-inspection copy of this text</strong><br /><p>Qualitative Research Methods is based on the authors' highly successful multidisciplinary qualitative methods workshops, which have been conducted for over a decade. In this book the authors propose a 'qualitative research cycle' that leads students through the selection of appropriate methods, the collection of data and the transformation of findings into a finished project. It provides a clear explanation of the nature of qualitative research and its key concepts. Topics covered include:</p><br /><p>o formulating qualitative research questions</p><br /><p>o ethical issues</p><br /><p>o in-depth interviews</p><br /><p>o focus group discussions</p><br /><p>o observation</p><br /><p>o coding</p><br /><p>o data analysis</p><br /><p>o writing up qualitative research</p><br /><p>This text is ideal for any students taking a qualitative methods course or producing a qualitative research project at undergraduate or graduate level. It is illustrated throughout with case studies and field examples from a range of international contexts. The practical techniques are also accompanied by the author's own research tools including interview guides, real coded data and comprehensive research checklists.</p>