Description
Book SynopsisUsing two key visual pedagogical tools, this book shows you how to produce vibrant and stimulating in-depth qualitative research that draws on data readily available via the internet. Concise, practical and jam-packed with valuable tips, this book will enable you to complete a successful desk-based research project you can be proud of.
Trade Review"Provides great guidance on how to do desk-based research. Covers all aspects of doing desk-based research. A great resource for undergraduate students." Erin Pritchard, Liverpool Hope University
Table of ContentsThe structure of this book and how to use it Part 1: Preparing the ground 1. Introduction 2. Choosing a topic 3. Keeping a research journal 4. Writing a strong research proposal Part 2: Assembling the structure 5. The importance of your research question 6. Context, background and introduction 7. Selecting high quality data resources 8. Literature review 9. Desk-based methodologies 10. Ethics 11. Data analysis and techniques 12. Writing conclusions and recommendations Part 3: Keeping your tent stable and secure 13. Getting the support you need 14. Managing desk-based research
