Doing qualitative research

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Doing qualitative research

David Silverman

SAGE, c2013

4th ed

  • : pbk

Available at  / 17 libraries

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Includes bibliographical references (p. [450]-460) and indexes

Previous ed.: 2009

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Description

In the fourth edition of his best-selling textbook, David Silverman provides a step-by-step guide to planning and conducting qualitative research. Using real examples from real postgraduate students, the book makes it easy to link theory to methods and shows how to move from understanding the principles of qualitative research to doing it yourself. The new edition has been fully updated and now includes: - a brand new chapter on formulating a research question appropriate for qualitative research - an expanded discussion of the role of theory in research - extended discussion of case study research and the number of cases needed for effective qualitative research - further coverage of focus groups and analysing internet data - new student examples from around the world - a new section on the common pitfalls encountered in qualitative research - an expanded companion website with more student examples and videos. Filled with exercises to test your understanding and develop your skills, as well as David's own tips for research success based on years of experience, this book is essential reading for anyone doing qualitative research. 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.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Fourth Edition Companion Website PART ONE: INTRODUCTION How to Use This Book What You Can (and Can't) Do with Qualitative Research Focusing Research Project Issues in Research Design What Counts as 'Originality'? PART TWO: STARTING OUT Formulating a Research Question Using Theories Choosing a Methodology How Many Cases Do You Need? Ethical Research Writing a Research Proposal PART THREE: COLLECTING AND ANALYSING YOUR DATA Collecting Your Data Developing Data Analysis Using Computers to Analyse Qualitative Data - Clive Seale Quality in Qualitative Research Evaluating Qualitative Research Effective Qualitative Research PART FOUR: WRITING UP The First Few Pages The Literature Review Chapter The Methodology Chapter Writing Your Data Chapters Your Concluding Chapter PART FIVE: GETTING SUPPORT Making Good Use of Your Supervisor Getting Feedback Surviving an Oral Examination Getting Published Audiences Appendix: Transcription Symbols Glossary References Author Index Subject Index

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