Qualitative research for the social sciences / Marilyn Lichtman.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lichtman, Marilyn, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Qualitative research.

Social sciences--Research.

Social sciences.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (418 pages) : illustrations

Place of Publication:

London : SAGE Publications Ltd, 2017.

System Details:

text file

Summary:

Qualitative Research for the Social Sciences is an interdisciplinary core text on introductory qualitative research for social science disciplines. With a focus on the integral role of the researcher, Marilyn Lichtman uses a conversational writing style that draws readers into the excitement of the research process. She offers a balanced and nuanced approach, covering the full range of methodologies and viewpoints about the field, including coverage of social media as a tool to facilitate research or as a venue for study. Lichtman provides real-world examples from across the social sciences to provide both practical and theoretical information, helping readers understand abstract ideas and apply them to their own research. Features to enhance the learning experience include Focus Your Reading learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, Did You Know? sections throughout each chapter, Check Yourself sections, key discussion issues, activities, and more.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Print version :

ISBN:

9781544307756

OCLC:

1026321111

Access Restriction:

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