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The Practice of Qualitative Research
Engaging Students in the Research Process
Third Edition
- Sharlene Nagy Hesse-Biber - Boston College, USA
March 2016 | 432 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
The Practice of Qualitative Research 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 Third Edition 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.
Available with Perusall—an eBook that makes it easier to prepare for class
Perusall is an award-winning eBook platform featuring social annotation tools that allow students and instructors to collaboratively mark up and discuss their SAGE textbook. Backed by research and supported by technological innovations developed at Harvard University, this process of learning through collaborative annotation keeps your students engaged and makes teaching easier and more effective. Learn more.
Available with Perusall—an eBook that makes it easier to prepare for class
Perusall is an award-winning eBook platform featuring social annotation tools that allow students and instructors to collaboratively mark up and discuss their SAGE textbook. Backed by research and supported by technological innovations developed at Harvard University, this process of learning through collaborative annotation keeps your students engaged and makes teaching easier and more effective. Learn more.
Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Part I: Taking a Qualitative Approach to Research
Chapter 1: An Invitation to Qualitative Research
Chapter 2: Paradigmatic Approaches to Qualitative Research
Chapter 3: Designing Qualitative Approaches to Research
Chapter 4: The Ethics of Social Research
Part II. Qualitative Research Practice
Chapter 5: In-Depth Interviewing
Chapter 6: Focus Group Research
Chapter 7: Ethnography
Chapter 8: Case Study
Chapter 9: Researching Mass Media: Images and Texts by Heather McIntosh and Lisa Cuklantz
Chapter 10: Mixed Methods Research
Part III: Tying the Strands Together
Chapter 11: Analysis and Interpretation of Qualitative Data
Chapter 12: Writing and Representation of Qualitative Research Projects
Conclusion: Future Directions of Qualitative Research Inquiry
References
Index
Supplements
Instructor Teaching Site
Password-protected Instructor Resources include the following:
- A Microsoft® Word® test bank is available containing multiple choice, true/false, and essay questions. The test bank provides you with a diverse range of pre-written options as well as the opportunity for editing any question and/or inserting your own personalized questions to effectively assess students’ progress and understanding.
- Editable, chapter-specific Microsoft® PowerPoint® slides offer you complete flexibility in easily creating a multimedia presentation for your course.
- EXCLUSIVE! Access to certain full-text SAGE journal articles that have been carefully selected for each chapter. Each article supports and expands on the concepts presented in the chapter.
Student Study Site
The open-access Student Study Site includes the following:
- Mobile-friendly web quizzes allow for independent assessment of progress made in learning course material.
- EXCLUSIVE! Access to certain full-text SAGE journal articles that have been carefully selected for each chapter. Each article supports and expands on the concepts presented in the chapter.
This 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.
Temple University
This is a great step-by-step teaching tool for students on how to conduct qualitative research.
Florida A&M University
With ample examples, The Practice of Qualitative Research provides clear guidance for students who aspire to conduct a qualitative research project.
California State University - Sacramento
This 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!
University of Nebraska Omaha
In 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.
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Hesse-Biber provides an excellent overview of foundational concepts of qualitative research. My students find the examples and vignettes from experts in the field to be helpful and engaging.
School Of Education, Piedmont College-Athens Ctr
February 18, 2021
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