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Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design : Choosing among Five Approaches by John W. Creswell and Cheryl N. Poth (2017, Trade Paperback)
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PublisherSAGE Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-101506330207
ISBN-139781506330204
eBay Product ID (ePID)234957260
Product Key Features
Number of Pages488 Pages
Publication NameQualitative Inquiry and Research Design : Choosing Among Five Approaches
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2017
SubjectMethodology
TypeTextbook
AuthorJohn W. Creswell, Cheryl N. Poth
Subject AreaSocial Science
FormatTrade Paperback
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Item Height3.6 in
Item Weight27.1 Oz
Item Length0.3 in
Item Width3 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number4
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2017-304691
Dewey Edition23/eng/20231213
ReviewsCreswell and Poth's newly revised edition of Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design represents an accessible yet in-depth resource for developing an understanding of both the main approaches to qualitative research in the social sciences, as well as the wide variation across and beyond these approaches., The Fourth Edition of Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design is refreshingly readable and will be accessible to students of all levels. This is a great text on the subject. Kudos to the authors!, The Fourth Editionof Qualitative Inquiry and Research Designis refreshingly readable and will be accessible to students of all levels. This is a great text on the subject. Kudos to the authors!, An excellent, detailed and clear guide for anyone seeking further knowledge about qualitative inquiry., Creswell and Poth's newly revised edition of Qualitative Inquiry and Research Designrepresents an accessible yet in-depth resource for developing an understanding of both the main approaches to qualitative research in the social sciences, as well as the wide variation across and beyond these approaches., I have been using Creswell's text since I studied the first edition as a student myself, and every edition has been a notable improvement on what was already an excellent book. I have yet to see another book that packs in as much vital information with such clarity and friendly writing., Creswell and Poth bring clear guidelines to the area of qualitative research - an excellent resource for building the framework for a successful qualitative study., In my teaching experience, I have found this to be the best text for teaching an introductory course in qualitative research, as it demonstrates in a clear and systematic manner how qualitative research can be undertaken in the five most popular approaches in contemporary applied social science research.
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal300.72/1
Table Of ContentAbout the AuthorsAcknowledgmentsAnalytic Table of Contents by ApproachList of Tables and Figures1. IntroductionPurpose and Rationale for the BookWhat Is New in This EditionPositioning OurselvesDefinition of Qualitative ResearchSelection of the Five ApproachesKey Book ReadingsAudienceOrganization2. Philosophical Assumptions and Interpretive FrameworksQuestions for DiscussionSituating Philosophy and Interpretive Frameworks Within the Research ProcessPhilosophical AssumptionsInterpretive FrameworksThe Practice of Using Interpretive Frameworks in Qualitative ResearchLinking Philosophy and Interpretive Frameworks in Qualitative ResearchChapter Check-InSummaryFurther Readings3. Designing a Qualitative StudyQuestions for DiscussionThe Characteristics of Qualitative ResearchWhen to Use Qualitative ResearchWhat a Qualitative Study Requires From UsThe Features of a "Good" Qualitative StudyThe Process of Designing a Qualitative StudyEthics in Qualitative ResearchThe Design Structures of a Plan or ProposalChapter Check-InSummaryFurther Readings4. Five Qualitative Approaches to InquiryQuestions for DiscussionDeciding Among the Five ApproachesNarrative ResearchPhenomenological ResearchGrounded Theory ResearchEthnographic ResearchCase Study ResearchComparing the Five ApproachesChapter Check-InSummaryFurther Readings5. Five Different Qualitative StudiesQuestions for DiscussionA Narrative Study (Chan, 2010; see Appendix B)A Phenomenological Study (Anderson & Spencer, 2002; see Appendix C)A Grounded Theory Study (Harley et al., 2009; see Appendix D)An Ethnographic Study (Mac an Ghaill & Haywood, 2015; see Appendix E)A Case Study (Frelin, 2015; see Appendix F)Differences Among the ApproachesChapter Check-InSummaryFurther Readings6. Introducing and Focusing the StudyQuestions for DiscussionInterrelating the Study Problem, Purpose, and Questions Within ResearchThe Research Problem StatementThe Purpose StatementThe Research QuestionsChapter Check-InSummaryFurther Readings7. Data CollectionQuestions for DiscussionThe Data Collection CircleFive Approaches ComparedChapter Check-InSummaryFurther Readings8. Data Analysis and RepresentationQuestions for DiscussionEthical Considerations for Data AnalysisThree Analysis StrategiesThe Data Analysis SpiralAnalysis Within Approaches to InquiryComparing the Five ApproachesComputer Use in Qualitative Data AnalysisChapter Check-InSummaryFurther Readings9. Writing a Qualitative StudyQuestions for DiscussionEthical Considerations for WritingSeveral Writing StrategiesOverall and Embedded Writing StrategiesA Comparison of Writing Structures Across ApproachesChapter Check-InSummaryFurther Readings10. Standards of Validation and EvaluationQuestions for DiscussionValidation and Reliability in Qualitative ResearchEvaluation CriteriaComparing the Evaluation Standards of the Five ApproachesChapter Check-InSummaryFurther Readings11. "Turning the Story" and ConclusionTurning the StoryA Case Study: "Campus Response to a Student Gunman"A Case StudyA Narrative StudyA PhenomenologyA Grounded Theory StudyAn EthnographyConclusionChapter Check-InAppendix A. An Annotated Glossary of TermsAppendix B. A Narrative Research Study--"Living in the Space Between Participant and Researcher as a Narrative Inquirer: Examining Ethnic Identity of Chinese Canadian Students as Conflicting Stories to Live By"Appendix C. A Phenomenological Study--"Cognitive Representations of AIDS"Appendix D. A Grounded Theory Study--"Developing Long-Term Physical Activity Participation: A Grounded Theory Study With African American Women"Appendix E. An Ethnography--"British-Born Pakistani and Bangladeshi Young Men: Exploring Unstable Concepts of Muslim, Islamophobia and Racialization"Appendix F. A Case Study--"Relational Underpinnings and Professionality--A Case Study of a Teacher's Practices Involving Students With Experiences of School Failure"ReferencesName IndexSubject Index
SynopsisThis bestseller explores the principles of each of five qualitative inquiry traditions: narrative research, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography and case study. The Fourth Edition features more visual representations of the five approaches., Winner of the 2018 Textbook & Academic Authors Associations The McGuffey Longevity AwardIn the revised Fourth Edition of the best-selling text, John W. Creswell and new co-author Cheryl N. Poth explore the philosophical underpinnings, history, and key elements of five qualitative inquiry approaches: narrative research, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case study. Preserving Creswells signature writing style, the authors compare the approaches and relate research designs to each of the traditions of inquiry in a highly accessible manner. Featuring new content, articles, pedagogy, references, and expanded coverage of ethics throughout, the Fourth Editionis an ideal introduction to the theories, strategies, and practices of qualitative inquiry., In the revised Fourth Edition of the best-selling text, John W. Creswell and new co-author Cheryl N. Poth explore the philosophical underpinnings, history, and key elements of five qualitative inquiry approaches: narrative research, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case study. Preserving Creswell's signature writing style, the authors compare the approaches and relate research designs to each of the traditions of inquiry in a highly accessible manner. Featuring new content, articles, pedagogy, references, and expanded coverage of ethics throughout, the Fourth Edition is an ideal introduction to the theories, strategies, and practices of qualitative inquiry.
LC Classification NumberH61.C73 2018
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