Qualitative Research: The essential guide to theory and practice
Abstract
Qualitative Research: The Essential Guide to Theory and Practice provides a one-stop resource for all those approaching qualitative research for the first time, as well as those revisiting core concepts and issues. It presents a comprehensive overview of this rapidly developing field of inquiry, cleverly combined with practical, hands-on advice on how to conduct a successful qualitative study.\nWritten in an engaging and accessible style, the authors break through difficult terminology to guide readers through the choices they will face during research design, implementation, and beyond. Each chapter is then brought to life by an array of relevant, real-life examples from expert researchers around the globe.\nDivided into seven sections, this unique text covers:\n•Considering perspectives\n•Acknowledging a position\n•Framing the study\n•Choosing a research approach\n•Collecting data\n•Working with data and findings\n•Writing about the research\n