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How to use qualitative methods in evaluation

Michael Quinn Patton

(Program evaluation kit, 4)

Sage Publications, c1987

  • : pbk

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Bibliography: p. 171-173

Includes index

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Description

Introduces the reader to qualitative approaches--a major development in the field of evaluation during the last decade. This volume presents an introduction to the approach--differentiates it in the method and philosophy from more traditional quantitative methods; specifies the kinds of evaluation questions for which it is most appropriate; and explains the design decisions and sampling strategies which underlie its implementation. Step-by-step guides for planning and conducting fieldwork and observations; doing in-depth interviewing; analyzing, interpreting and reporting results; and many examples--from a wide range of disciplines and professions--clarify the use of qualitative methods in evaluations.

Table of Contents

An Introduction to Qualitative Methods When to Use Qualitative Methods Designing Qualitative Evaluations Fieldwork and Observation Depth Interviewing Analyzing and Interpreting Qualitative Data Making Methods Decisions Controversy and Philosophy

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