Qualitative Research Methods

1st Edition

Monique Hennink; Inge Hutter; Ajay Bailey
eISBN-13: 9781446259566

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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:


o formulating qualitative research questions


o ethical issues


o in-depth interviews


o focus group discussions


o observation


o coding


o data analysis


o writing up qualitative research


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.

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ISBNs 9781446201541, 1446259560, 9781412922265, 9781412922265, 9781446259566, 9781412922258, 9781412922258, 9781412922265
Language English
Number of Pages 328
Edition 1st