30 Essential Skills For The Qualitative Researcher

Author : John W. Creswell,Johanna Creswell Báez
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 343 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2020-08-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781544355726

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30 Essential Skills for the Qualitative Researcher by John W. Creswell,Johanna Creswell Báez Pdf

The Second Edition of 30 Essential Skills for the Qualitative Researcher provides practical, applied information for the novice qualitative researcher, addressing the "how" of conducting qualitative research in one brief guide. Author John W. Creswell and new co-author Johanna Creswell Báez draw on many examples from their own research experiences, sharing them throughout the book. The 30 listed skills are competencies that can help qualitative researchers conduct more thorough, more rigorous, and more efficient qualitative studies. Innovative chapters on thinking like a qualitative research and engaging with the emotional side of doing qualitative research go beyond the topics of a traditional research methods text and offer crucial support for qualitative practitioners. By starting with a strong foundation of a skills-based approach to qualitative research, readers can continue to develop their skills over the course of a career in research. This revised edition updates skills to follow the research process, using new research from a wide variety of disciplines like social work and sociology as examples. Chapters on research designs now tie back explicitly to the five approaches to qualitative research so readers can better integrate their new skills into these designs. Additional figures and tables help readers better visualize data collection through focus groups and interviews and better organize and implement validity checks. The new edition provides further examples on how to incorporate reflexivity into a study, illuminating a challenging aspect of qualitative research. Information on writing habits now addresses co-authorship and provides more context and variation from the two authors.

Author : John W. Creswell
Publisher : Sage Publications, Incorporated
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2015-09-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1506327818

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Bundle: Creswell: 30 Essential Skills for the Qualitative Researcher + Janesick: "Stretching" Exercises for Qualitative Researchers 4e by John W. Creswell Pdf

We offer these texts bundled together at a discount for your students. Creswell: 30 Essential Skills for the Qualitative Researcher 30 Essential Skills for the Qualitative Researcher fills a gap in introductory literature on qualitative inquiry by providing practical "how-to" information for beginning researchers in the social, behavioral, and health sciences. Author John W. Creswell draws on years of teaching, writing, and conducting his own projects to offer effective techniques and procedures with many applied examples from research design, qualitative inquiry, and mixed methods. Creswell defines what a skill is, and acknowledges that while there may be more than 30 that an individual will use and perfect, the skills presented in this book are crucial for a new qualitative researcher starting a qualitative project. Janesick: "Stretching" Exercises for Qualitative Researchers, 4e In the new Fourth Edition of her inventive, one-of-a-kind book, author Valerie J. Janesick uses dance, yoga, and meditation metaphors to help researchers tap into the intuitive and creative side of their research. In every chapter, "stretching" exercises help readers develop, practice, and hone fieldwork skills and vital habits of mind such as observation, interviewing, writing, and analysis. While reading the book and working through the exercises, readers can complete a researcher's reflective journal--an invaluable tool that will remain useful throughout their careers. Please contact your Sales Representative for more information.

Author : Michael Huberman,Matthew B. Miles
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2002-03-19
Category : Reference
ISBN : 076191191X

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The Qualitative Researcher's Companion by Michael Huberman,Matthew B. Miles Pdf

This text provides a solid intellectual grounding in the area of qualitative research. It examines theoretical underpinnings, methodological perspectives and empirical approaches.

Author : John W. Creswell,Cheryl N. Poth
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 782 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2016-12-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781506330228

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Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design by John W. Creswell,Cheryl N. Poth Pdf

In the revised Fourth Edition of the best-selling text, John W. Creswell and new co-author Cheryl N. Poth explore the philosophical underpinnings, history, and key elements of five qualitative inquiry approaches: narrative research, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case study. Preserving Creswell's signature writing style, the authors compare the approaches and relate research designs to each of the traditions of inquiry in a highly accessible manner. Featuring new content, articles, pedagogy, references, and expanded coverage of ethics throughout, the Fourth Edition is an ideal introduction to the theories, strategies, and practices of qualitative inquiry.

Author : Lyn Richards,Janice M. Morse
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2012-04-24
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781452280950

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README FIRST for a User's Guide to Qualitative Methods by Lyn Richards,Janice M. Morse Pdf

The Third Edition of this README FIRST for a User's Guide to Qualitative Methods offers those new to qualitative inquiry a clear and practical handbook to doing qualitative research, the fit of questions to methods, and the tasks of getting started. In their direct and friendly style, Lyn Richards and Janice Morse help researchers reflect on why they are working qualitatively, choose an appropriate method, and confidently approach research design, data making, coding, analyzing and finally writing up their results.

Author : Virginia Braun,Victoria Clarke
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2013-03-22
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781446289518

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Successful Qualitative Research by Virginia Braun,Victoria Clarke Pdf

*Shortlisted for the BPS Book Award 2014 in the Textbook Category* *Winner of the 2014 Distinguished Publication Award (DPA) from the Association for Women in Psychology (AWP)* Successful Qualitative Research: A Practical Guide for Beginners is an accessible, practical textbook. It sidesteps detailed theoretical discussion in favour of providing a comprehensive overview of strategic tips and skills for starting and completing successful qualitative research. Uniquely, the authors provide a 'patterns framework' to qualitative data analysis in this book, also known as 'thematic analysis'. The authors walk you through a basic thematic approach, and compare and contrast this with other approaches. This discussion of commonalities, explaining why and when each method should be used, and in the context of looking at patterns, will provide you with complete confidence for your qualitative research journey. Key features of this textbook: Full of useful tips and strategies for successful qualitative work, for example considering the nervous student not just the beginner student. Skills-based, utilising a range of pedagogical features to encourage you to apply particular techniques and learn from your experience. The authors use the same dataset throughout - reproduced in full (with associated research materials) on the companion website - to help you make comparisons across different analytical approaches. A comprehensive suite of student support materials, including practice exam questions, can be found online at www.sagepub.com/braunandclarke. This textbook will be an essential textbook for undergraduates and postgraduates taking a course in qualitative research or using qualitative approaches in a research project. Electronic Inspection Copy available for instructors here

Author : John W. Creswell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2017-01-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1506381278

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Qualitative Inquiry & Research Design + 30 Essential Skills for the Qualitative Researcher by John W. Creswell Pdf

Author : John W. Creswell
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781452226101

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Research Design by John W. Creswell Pdf

The bestseller that pioneered the comparison of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research design continues in its Fourth Edition to help students and researchers prepare their plan or proposal for a scholarly journal article, dissertation or thesis.

Author : Michael Quinn Patton
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 1362 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2023-02-07
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781483376059

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Qualitative Research & Evaluation Methods by Michael Quinn Patton Pdf

Drawing on more than 40 years of experience conducting applied social science research and program evaluation, author Michael Quinn Patton has crafted the most comprehensive and systematic book on qualitative research and evaluation methods, inquiry frameworks, and analysis options available today. Now offering more balance between applied research and evaluation, this Fourth Edition illuminates all aspects of qualitative inquiry through new examples, stories, and cartoons; more than a hundred new summarizing and synthesizing exhibits; and a wide range of new highlight sections/sidebars that elaborate on important and emergent issues. For the first time, full case studies are included to illustrate extended research and evaluation examples. In addition, each chapter features an extended "rumination," written in a voice and style more emphatic and engaging than traditional textbook style, about a core issue of persistent debate and controversy.

Author : Johnny Saldana
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2009-02-19
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781446200124

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The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers by Johnny Saldana Pdf

The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers is unique in providing, in one volume, an in-depth guide to each of the multiple approaches available for coding qualitative data. In total, 29 different approaches to coding are covered, ranging in complexity from beginner to advanced level and covering the full range of types of qualitative data from interview transcripts to field notes. For each approach profiled, Johnny Saldaña discusses the method’s origins in the professional literature, a description of the method, recommendations for practical applications, and a clearly illustrated example.

Author : Raji Swaminathan,Thalia M. Mulvihill
Publisher : Guilford Publications
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-04
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781462536719

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Teaching Qualitative Research by Raji Swaminathan,Thalia M. Mulvihill Pdf

This timely resource provides a framework for teaching students how to think qualitatively and become more critical and reflexive researchers. Presented are a wealth of pedagogical tools that instructors across the disciplines can tailor to their own needs, including thought-provoking discussion questions, group work exercises, and field activities. The authors discuss issues and choices in course design, including approaches to assessment and grading, and share sample syllabi for both online and face-to-face course formats. Exploring the complexities and debates that surround teaching qualitative research, the book argues for a holistic model of preparing novice researchers. It demonstrates effective ways to engage students in the qualitative inquiry process from start to finish--from understanding positionality and crafting a research problem to writing up findings for different audiences.

Author : Steven W. Kleinknecht,Lisa-Jo K. van den Scott,Carrie B. Sanders
Publisher : Canadian Scholars
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2018-12-07
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781773380971

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The Craft of Qualitative Research by Steven W. Kleinknecht,Lisa-Jo K. van den Scott,Carrie B. Sanders Pdf

The Craft of Qualitative Research is a consultative handbook that offers students a superb introduction to the practice of conducting qualitative research. Kleinknecht, van den Scott, and Sanders bring together a rich collection of perspectives, ideas, and experiences from scholars and professionals who span all stages of the academic career, from graduate students to emeritus professors. Highly accessible and practical, this text equips readers with the tools necessary to manage and overcome obstacles, biases, and power dynamics while researching in the field. Over the course of ten sections, every stage of the qualitative research process is explored, including planning, reflecting on ethical considerations, gaining entry to the field, collecting and analyzing data, leaving the field, and disseminating findings. Representing a diversity of academic disciplines, the fifty-five contributors share their knowledge gained and challenges encountered on the ground, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the reality of doing fieldwork. Filled with sound advice, engaging stories, and active learning exercises, this edited collection will help develop the skills and confidence needed to conduct qualitative research, making it the perfect resource for students in the social sciences, particularly sociology, anthropology, criminology, health studies, and social work.

Author : Sarah J. Tracy
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-11-05
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781118378588

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Qualitative Research Methods by Sarah J. Tracy Pdf

Qualitative Research Methods is a comprehensive, all-inclusive resource for the theory and practice of qualitative/ethnographic research methodology. Serves as a “how-to” guide for qualitative/ethnographic research, detailing how to design a project, conduct interviews and focus groups, interpret and analyze data, and represent it in a compelling manner Demonstrates how qualitative data can be systematically utilized to address pressing personal, organizational, and social problems Written in an engaging style, with in-depth examples from the author’s own practice Comprehensive companion website includes sample syllabi, lesson plans, a list of helpful website links, test bank and exam review materials, and exercises and worksheets, available upon publication at www.wiley.com/go/tracy

Author : James Skinner,Allan Edwards
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2010-05-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136436369

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Qualitative Research in Sport Management by James Skinner,Allan Edwards Pdf

Qualitative Research in Sport Management is the first book of its kind to bring together valuable research designs based on extensive research in qualitative research methods across a number of different fields. Research designs from the fields of business, education, cultural studies, media studies, queer studies, sociology and psychology are applied specifically to sport management, taking into account the special features and nuances of this field. In each research design the text provides a concise guide to how each model can first be applied to sport management issues and problems, second, strengthen the research design, and finally, enhance the research process. Each chapter is carefully structured to ensure that key information is easy to locate and remember and includes: Introduction, Objectives, Key Concepts and Terms, and Review and research questions. International case studies, "In Profile" sections with leading sport management researchers and research briefs are used to illustrate how theory is put into practice. An accompanying website provides powerpoint summaries of each chapter. Please visit: www.textbooks.elsevier.com/9780750685986.

Author : Sharan B. Merriam,Elizabeth J. Tisdell
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2015-07-06
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781119003601

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Qualitative Research by Sharan B. Merriam,Elizabeth J. Tisdell Pdf

The bestselling guide to qualitative research, updated and expanded Qualitative Research is the essential guide to understanding, designing, conducting, and presenting a qualitative research study. This fourth edition features new material covering mixed methods, action research, arts-based research, online data sources, and the latest in data analysis, including data analysis software packages as well as narrative and poetic analysis strategies. A new section offers multiple ways of presenting qualitative research findings. The reader-friendly, jargon-free style makes this book accessible to both novice and experienced researchers, emphasizing the role of a theoretical framework in designing a study while providing practical guidance. Qualitative research reaches beyond the what, where, and when of quantitative analysis to investigate the why and how behind human behavior and the reasons that govern such behavior, but this presents a number of significant challenges. This guide is an invaluable reference for students and practitioners alike, providing the deep understanding that this sometimes difficult area of research requires to produce accurate results. The book contains a step-by-step guide to analyzing qualitative data and an addendum for graduate students with a template for a thesis, dissertation, or grant application. Build a strong foundation in qualitative research theory and application Design and implement effective qualitative research studies Communicate findings more successfully with clear presentation Explore data sources, data analysis tools, and the different types of research