Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design: Choosing Among Five Approaches 4th Edition

Description

Navigate the complexities of qualitative research with confidence using Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design: Choosing Among Five Approaches, 4th Edition. Authored by renowned methodology experts John W. Creswell and Cheryl N. Poth, this highly acclaimed textbook provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to the theoretical frameworks and practical applications of qualitative study. It is designed to help students and researchers make informed decisions about their methodology by comparing and contrasting five distinct qualitative approaches.

The 4th Edition explores the philosophical underpinnings, history, and key elements of narrative research, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case study . By presenting a single phenomenon through the lens of all five approaches, the authors clearly illustrate how the choice of methodology fundamentally shapes a study’s design, data collection, and analysis. This rigorously updated edition features expanded coverage of social justice and ethical considerations, new journal articles illustrating each approach, and the latest advancements in qualitative data analysis software.

Key Features:

• The Five Approaches: An in-depth, comparative look at narrative, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case study methodologies.

• Side-by-Side Comparison: Analyzes a single research topic using all five approaches to clearly demonstrate the practical differences in execution and outcome.

• Updated Research: Incorporates new, contemporary journal articles to serve as real-world models for each qualitative tradition.

• Ethics and Social Justice: Features an expanded emphasis on the ethical dimensions of research and the integration of social justice frameworks.

• Practical Pedagogy: Includes end-of-chapter activities, a comprehensive glossary of terms, and updated guidance on utilizing modern data analysis software.