"As a novice researcher and doctoral student myself, I found this text basic, resourceful, and encouraging. I now feel that my research journey has been segmented into individual steps that are both manageable and practical." --NACADA (National ACademic ADvising Association) Chock-full of useful pedagogy, Doing Qualitative Research contains interdisciplinary and real-world examples and student diaries that speak to those readers undertaking new research projects and qualitative dissertations. Key Features ...
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"As a novice researcher and doctoral student myself, I found this text basic, resourceful, and encouraging. I now feel that my research journey has been segmented into individual steps that are both manageable and practical." --NACADA (National ACademic ADvising Association) Chock-full of useful pedagogy, Doing Qualitative Research contains interdisciplinary and real-world examples and student diaries that speak to those readers undertaking new research projects and qualitative dissertations. Key Features Offers a thorough review of the major methods in qualitative research and data analysis techniques specific to each method Gives practical advice on key issues, such as defining "originality" and narrowing down a topic Presents end-of-chapter accounts of current or former graduate students experiences with the topics covered in the respective chapters Contains web-based exercises designed to help students and their instructors incorporate web-based learning in their courses Includes exercises to test readers knowledge and to encourage the development of relevant skills Intended Audience This lively, accessible textbook is ideal for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in the social sciences--including those in sociology, education, communications, anthropology, and health departments.
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