{"product_id":"the-practice-of-qualitative-research-9781452268088","title":"The Practice of Qualitative Research","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Practice of Qualitative Research\u003c\/strong\u003e guides readers step by step through the process of collecting, analyzing, designing, and interpreting qualitative research. Written in an engaging style, this student-centered text offers invaluable insights into the practice of qualitative research, with coverage of in-depth interviewing, focus groups, ethnography, case study, and mixed methods research. The \u003cstrong\u003eThird Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e features even more integrated attention to online research and implications of social media throughout all methods chapters; updates on qualitative analysis software; and significantly expanded coverage of ethics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis lucid text covers nearly every aspect of qualitative research, with useful attention being paid to the thorny logistics and pragmatic problems often encountered by researchers in the field. It is a great introduction for students and a necessary resource for the more seasoned. -- Brian Creech\u003cbr\u003eThis is a great step-by-step teaching tool for students on how to conduct qualitative research. -- Kristen K. Bowen\u003cbr\u003eWith ample examples, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Practice of Qualitative Research\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e provides clear guidance for students who aspire to conduct a qualitative research project. -- Aya Kimura Ida\u003cbr\u003eThis is a practical and easy-to-use manual for doctoral students in our program. The book is a thorough understanding of all the nuances and challenges of qualitative research with step-by-step approaches. This book takes some of the burden off the doctoral chair and allows the student more independence. I′m impressed! -- Jeanne L. Surface\u003cbr\u003eIn the new edition examples are clear, relevant, and applicable. Each chapter provides relevant, engaging examples that illustrate the selected method by including transcriptions, research studies, and personal accounts. Students will be required to read this text to learn about qualitative methods, but I predict this is one text they will actually want to read because it brings them stories of insights into the practice of learning the trade. -- Susan L. Wortmann\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreface Acknowledgments About the Authors Part I: Taking a Qualitative Approach to Research Chapter 1: An Invitation to Qualitative Research    What’s Wrong With This Picture?    What Is Qualitative Research?    A Holistic Approach to Research    What to Learn From This Book    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Chapter 2: Paradigmatic Approaches to Qualitative Research    What Are the Major Paradigmatic Approaches to Qualitative Research?    Positivism    The Interpretive Strand    The Critical Strand    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Chapter 3: Designing Qualitative Approaches to Research    How Do We Know What We Know?    What Is a Qualitative Approach to Research? Qualitative Research Inquiry: A Dynamic Dance    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Chapter 4: The Ethics of Social Research    Why Is Ethical Practice Important?    A Short History of Ethics in Research    How Are Research Participants Protected Today?    Beyond Informed Consent: What Are the Ethical Dilemmas in Social Research?    How Can I Observe Ethical Values in My Research Practice?    Do New Technologies Impact the Practice of Ethical Research?    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Part II. Qualitative Research Practice Chapter 5: In-Depth Interviewing    What Is an In-Depth Interview?    How Do You Design and Conduct an In-Depth Interview Study?    How Do You Conduct an In-Depth Interview    How Do You Analyze and Interpret Interviews?    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Chapter 6: Focus Group Research    What Are Focus Group Interviews?    Online Focus Groups    Ethics and Focus Group Research    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Chapter 7: Ethnography    What Is Ethnography?    Using an Ethnographic Approach: When Is It Appropriate?    Virtual Ethnographic Methods    How Do You Gather and Manage Your Ethnographic Data?    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Chapter 8: Case Study    What Is a Case Study?    Reasons for Adopting a Case Study Approach    Why Conduct Case Study Research?    Case Study Examples    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Chapter 9: Researching Mass Media: Images and Texts by Heather McIntosh and Lisa Cuklantz    What Is Content Analysis?    Strengths and Weaknesses of Quantitative and Qualitative Content Analysis    Qualitative Content Analysis of Online Texts    How Is the Research Database for Content Analysis Defined and Delimited?    Making a Theoretical Contribution    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources    Appendix: Formal Analysis in Film and Television Chapter 10: Mixed Methods Research    What Is Mixed Methods Research?    What Is a Mixed Methods Research Design?    What Is a Qualitatively Driven Approach to Mixed Methods Research Inquiry?    Why Do Qualitative Researchers Use Mixed Methods?    What to Consider When Conducting a Mixed Methods Research Project    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Part III: Tying the Strands Together Chapter 11: Analysis and Interpretation of Qualitative Data    What Is Qualitative Data Analysis?    What Is Coding?    A Grounded Theory Approach to Coding    How Do You Code Data?    Software for Qualitative Data Analysis    How Can I Use a Software Program to Analyze My Qualitative Data?    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Chapter 12: Writing and Representation of Qualitative Research Projects    Who Is Your Audience?    Getting It Done: Writing Up Your Qualitative Research Project    Editing and Revising Your Research Paper    How Do I Represent the Voices of My Respondents?    Conclusion    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources Conclusion: Future Directions of Qualitative Research Inquiry    The Future of Qualitative Research: Coming at Things Differently    What′s New in Qualitative Research Practice?    Emergent Methods: New Approaches to Old Methods    Impact of Online Research on the Process of Qualitative Inquiry    Staying Centered and Building Ethical Knowledge    Glossary    Discussion Questions    Resources References Index","brand":"SAGE Publications Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51019872010583,"sku":"9781452268088","price":76.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781452268088.jpg?v=1750781549","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-practice-of-qualitative-research-9781452268088","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}