Qualitative Research: A Guide to Design and Implementation

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Sharan B. Merriam (University of Georgia) Elizabeth J. Tisdell (Pennsylvania State University)

Qualitative Research

A Guide to Design and Implementation

Sharan B. Merriam (University of Georgia), Elizabeth J. Tisdell (Pennsylvania State University)

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John Wiley & Sons Inc
14 August 2015

Research methods: general; Educational material

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

By: Sharan B. Merriam (University of Georgia), Elizabeth J. Tisdell (Pennsylvania State University)
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 4th Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 431g
ISBN: 9781119003618
ISBN 10: 111900361X
Pages: 368
Publication Date: 14 August 2015
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

SHARAN B. MERRIAM is professor emerita of adult education at the University of Georgia. She is the author, coauthor, or editor of more than fifteen books, including Adult Learning: Linking Theory and Practice and Qualitative Research in Practice, both from Jossey-Bass. ELIZABETH J. TISDELL is professor of adult education and coordinator of the doctoral program in adult education at Penn State University Harrisburg.