Basic Concepts for Qualitative Research
Author | : Immy Holloway |
Publisher | : Wiley-Blackwell |
Total Pages | : 208 |
Release | : 1997-11-14 |
ISBN-10 | : 0632041730 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780632041732 |
Rating | : 4/5 (30 Downloads) |
Download or read book Basic Concepts for Qualitative Research written by Immy Holloway and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 1997-11-14 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the move towards evidence-based practice and emphasis placed on multidisciplinary research teams, there is a growing use of qualitative research methods. Qualitative research looks at processes as well as outcomes and enables data to be gathered on a range of human experience, taking a person-centred and holistic approach. Basic Concepts for Qualitative Research is a highly accessible text which provides researchers with quick access to descriptions and explanations of the concepts and methods used in qualitative research. The book's entries are ordered alphabetically for quick and easy access to the information. Links are included in each entry so that the reader can follow a particular line of enquiry. Suggested further reading is included to encourage deeper exploration of a particular approach or method. It will provide a comprehensive range of the most commonly used terms and methods within qualitative research.