Doing Qualitative Desk-Based Research: A Practical Guide to Writing an Excellent Dissertation

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Barbara Bassot (Canterbury Christ Church University)

Doing Qualitative Desk-Based Research

A Practical Guide to Writing an Excellent Dissertation

Barbara Bassot (Canterbury Christ Church University)

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Policy Press
22 February 2022

Research methods: general; Social research & statistics

Are you planning a desk-based qualitative research project, but aren't sure how to get started?

This essential book provides all the guidance and advice you'll need to complete your project. Using two key visual pedagogical tools, the Metaphorical Tent and the Research Triangle, the book shows you how to produce vibrant and stimulating in-depth qualitative research that draws on high-quality data readily available via the internet. The book
* takes you through the research process step-by-step, from choosing a topic to writing up conclusions;
* examines a wide range of written, visual and audio data sources;
* includes helpful case studies to demonstrate the practical application of concepts.

Concise, practical and jam-packed with valuable tips, features and examples, this book will enable you to complete a successful desk-based research project you can be proud of.

By: Barbara Bassot (Canterbury Christ Church University)
Imprint: Policy Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 240mm, Width: 172mm,
ISBN: 9781447362432
ISBN 10: 1447362438
Pages: 216
Publication Date: 22 February 2022
Audience: Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Undergraduate , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

The 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

Barbara Bassot is an associate of Canterbury Christ Church University where she worked as Senior Lecturer in the Centre for Career and Personal Development for a number of years. She lectured on undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and regularly supervised students doing their first piece of independent research. She has published a number of books on research methods, reflective practice and career development.

Reviews for Doing Qualitative Desk-Based Research: A Practical Guide to Writing an Excellent Dissertation

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