The How To of Qualitative Research

Janice D. Aurini, Melanie Heath, Stephanie Howells

• Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd
• Year: 2021
• Print ISBN:
  9781526495044
  9781526495051
• Edition: 2
• eBook ISBN:
  9781529766035
• Topic: Social Sciences
• Subtopic: Social Science Research & Methodology
• Index: Social Sciences

This book will support you through each milestone of your research project with step-by-step instructions to doing qualitative research.

Whatever type of data or data collection method you use, it will help you to navigate the nuts and bolts of qualitative research, from forming your research question to effectively writing up.

Your roadmap and toolbox all in one, it helps you choose the best research tools for your project while managing any challenges you might encounter along the way. It includes:

·       Guidance on putting different research designs into practice, including using technology for interviews, data management, and unobtrusive research
·       Practical mapping tools, including checklists and quick tips
·       Online case studies and further reading to deepen your knowledge and expand your bibliography
·       Advice from experts on how to design and implement excellent qualitative research, including considerations of ethical issues.

This book is the perfect companion for social sciences students carrying out their first qualitative research project.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Half Title
• Publisher Note
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Acknowledgements
• Summary of Contents
• Contents
• Online Resources
• About the Authors
• About the Contributors
• Part I Jump Starting Your Qualitative Research Project
• 1 Introduction From Why to How in Qualitative Research
• 2 How to Conceptualize Research Getting Started and Advancing Ongoing Projects
• 3 How to Design a Qualitative Project Selecting the Right Tools for the Job
• 4 Taking a Step back How to Build Methodological and Ethical Integrity into Your Research
• Part II The Ins and Outs of Collecting Qualitative Data
• 5 How to Do Interviews Making What People Say Matter
• 6 How to Do Focus Groups Making the Most of Group Processes
• 7 How to Conduct Field Research Getting In and Getting Out with High-Quality Data
• 8 How to Use Unobtrusive Methods The Beauty of Social, Physical, and Visual Artefacts
• Part III Analysing and Writing Up Your Research
• 9 How to Do Data Analysis The Beginner’s Guide to Coding
• 10 How to Write Up Qualitative Research Making Your Words Count
• Glossary of Terms and Definitions
• References
• Index