Essentials of Thematic Analysis describes the conceptual grounding and processes of thematic analysis - a highly flexible method that produces meaning-based patterns (themes) from qualitative datasets.
Describes consensual qualitative research, an inductive method characterized by open-ended interview questions, small samples, a reliance on words over numbers, the importance of context, an integration of multiple viewpoints (for example, the consensus of the research team and auditors), and a high emphasis on rigour and replicability.
Written by leaders of qualitative methodology, this book provides up-to-date and interdisciplinary insight into a range of qualitative methods. Bringing together different perspectives, contributors discuss theoretical underpinnings of these methods before taking readers through the process of each approach and helping them develop skills needed to carry out this type of research autonomously and with confidence. Highlights include: New chapters on multimethod qualitative research, using digital data and video, and addressing social issues in research. More guidance on how to store and manage data appropriately. Advice on how to publish research in journals. Full of practical tips, exercises and summaries, this book continues to be a masterclass in qualitative research for students and researchers across the social sciences and beyond.
Provides clear, step-by-step guidance on how to develop a monitoring and evaluation framework in a participatory, logical, systematic, and integrated way
Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences, Fourth Edition employs a problem-focused approach to present a clear and comprehensive introduction to research methods. Award-winning teacher and author Gregory J. Privitera fully integrates the research methods decision tree into the design process to help students choose the most appropriate method for the research question they are seeking to answer. This conversational text empowers students to view research methods as something they are capable of understanding and applying. Over the course of the book, students learn how to structure a study to answer a research question and navigate through the process of choosing an appropriate analysis or statistic to write a research report. New elements to the Fourth Edition include a new standalone chapter on qualitative research, assumptions testing throughout chapters on quantitative research, and updated examples and figures to communicate the latest updates in behavioral science research.
A new edition of THE guide to the full qualitative research process, featuring international case studies to help you situate your research in the global context.
The Fifth Edition of the bestseller Research Methodology has reimagined, redesigned (now in landscape format), and fully renovated how a textbook can help students achieve success in their methods course or research project.
This book will walk you through every step of crafting an excellent literature review. It will show you where to find sources, how to assess their quality, and how to combine and integrate these sources into the best possible literature review. From scoping the field to searching the literature to synthesising your findings, this book hits all the spots. Presenting a clear and detailed roadmap to ensure you don't miss a step, the book includes: ? Advice on the best ways to scan and search the literature. ? All the latest information and advice on using AI tools for searching literature. ? Case studies and real-life examples from a range of disciplines so you can learn from other researchers who have been in your shoes. ? DIY activities so you can practice your skills and get to grips with key concepts. ? Guidance on how to analyse and synthesise the findings from your literature searches. ? Advice and guidance on organising your writing. For tutors, each chapter is accompanied by a PowerPoint presentation that will map onto a 10 or 11 week module. Written in Gary's signature easy-to-read style, this book is an essential companion for anyone conducting a literature review in the applied social sciences.
