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Exploring 100 key questions (and answers) on the nature and practice of qualitative inquiry, this unique book addresses the practical decisions that researchers must make in their work, from the design of the study, through ethics approval, implementation, and writing. The book’s quick-scan, question-and-answer format make it ideal as a supplementary text or as a ready reference for graduate students preparing for comprehensive exams and writing research proposals, undergraduates in affiliated programs who will not be taking a primary course in qualitative research methods, and researchers working across disciplines in academic or practice environments.
All the Studies I’ve Read Seem to Use Interviews. What Other Methods Can I Use to Make My Study More Interesting?
All the Studies I’ve Read Seem to Use Interviews. What Other Methods Can I Use to Make My Study More Interesting?
Individual and group interviews are two of the most common approaches in qualitative research, since the study design demands that researchers engage with people in some way. Many scholars find “simply talking to people” will provide rich, valuable data that cannot be gathered in any other way. However, no two interviews are the same. The design of the interview (whether semistructured or unstructured) will shape the experience, as will the length of time spent with the participant. Some interviews are conducted in quiet ...
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