Qualitative Research, Second Edition

A Multi-Methods Approach to Projects for Doctor of Ministry Dissertations

Tim Sensing

• Publisher: Cascade Books
• Year: 2022
• Print ISBN: 9781725267718, 9781725267701
• eBook ISBN: 9781725267725
• Topic: Theology & Religion
• Subtopic: Religion

The second edition of Qualitative Research responds to the growing need in Doctor of Ministry programs for a textbook that guides students in Participatory Action Research, prospectus, and dissertation that reflect the recent trends in the discipline of practical theology. The Standards of Accreditation for the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools states, "The Doctor of Ministry is an advanced, professionally oriented degree that prepares people more deeply for religious leadership in congregations and other settings." Standard 5.3 states, "The Doctor of Ministry degree has clearly articulated student learning outcomes that are consistent with the school's mission and resources and address the following four areas: (a) advanced theological integration that helps graduates effectively engage their cultural context with theological acumen and critical thinking; (b) in-depth contextual competency that gives graduates the ability to identify, frame, and respond to crucial ministry issues; (c) leadership capacity that equips graduates to enhance their effectiveness as ministry leaders in their chosen settings; and (d) personal and spiritual maturity that enables graduates to reinvigorate and deepen their vocational calling." In accordance with the standards, Qualitative Research guides students through appropriate research methods to satisfy the objectives of the degree in order to enhance ministerial leadership for the transformation of communities of practice.

Table of contents

• Title Page
• Preface to the Second Edition
• Acknowledgments
• Abbreviations
• Introduction
• Chapter 1: Beginnings
• Chapter 2: Good Practice
• Chapter 3: The Big Picture
• Chapter 4: Tools of the Trade
• Chapter 5: Other Toolboxes
• Chapter 6: Taking Note
• Chapter 7: Analyze This
• Chapter 8: So What?
• Appendix 1: Participatory Action Research Overview
• Appendix 2: Abilene Christian University: Human Research and IRB1
• Appendix 3: Consent Form Building Tool2
• Appendix 4: Generic IRB Application
• Appendix 5: IRB Non-Research Determination Request
• Appendix 6: IRB Special Populations Form
• Appendix 7: Preaching Response Questionnaire
• Appendix 8: Congregational Sermon Evaluation Form
• Appendix 9: Observation Protocol for Case Teaching
• Appendix 10: Observation Protocol Studying Congregations
• Appendix 11: Observation Tool for the Classroom
• Appendix 12: Drummond’s Logic Model
• Appendix 13: Practices