"As a novice researcher and doctoral student myself, I found this text basic, resourceful, and encouraging. I now feel that my research journey has been segmented into individual steps that are both manageable and practical."
—NACADA (National ACademic ADvising Association)


Chock-full of useful pedagogy, Doing Qualitative Research contains interdisciplinary and real-world examples and student diaries that speak to those readers undertaking new research projects and qualitative dissertations.

Key Features

• Offers a thorough review of the major methods in qualitative research and data analysis techniques specific to each method
• Gives practical advice on key issues, such as defining "originality" and narrowing down a topic
• Presents end-of-chapter accounts of current or former graduate students' experiences with the topics covered in the respective chapters
• Contains web-based exercises designed to help students and their instructors incorporate web-based learning in their courses
• Includes exercises to test readers' knowledge and to encourage the development of relevant skills

Intended Audience

This lively, accessible textbook is ideal for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in the social sciences—including those in sociology, education, communications, anthropology, and health departments.