This second edition textbook provides invaluable guidance on carrying
out qualitative research in psychology using methods both individually
and in combination. Suitable for researchers at all stages of their
development, the book provides a go-to resource for students who are
just starting out, as well as for experienced qualitative researchers
planning to carry out research pluralistically. Key features
include: •A new chapter on Thematic Analysis •Updated chapters on
four other widely used qualitative method – grounded theory,
interpretative phenomenological analysis, discourse analysis and
narrative analysis •Discussions of the theoretical foundations of
qualitative methods employed singly and pluralistically
•Consideration of ethical and quality issues pertinent to different
methods when used separately and in conjunction •Inclusion of the
use of visual and other non-textual data •Problem-based questions
•Reflections on practice from experienced researchers The book has
been updated throughout to reflect current developments in, and
research examples from, the full breadth of the discipline, including
from health, social, counselling, and sports and exercise psychology.
Studies carried out as part of both academic and professional practice
are included, alongside discussion of ways in which researchers from
both settings can work together effectively. “This book opens
new horizons for innovation, and creates new avenues to explore the
complexity of human experience.” —Dr Amy Burton, Senior Lecturer
in Qualitative Research Methods, Staffordshire University, UK “Frost
invites advanced students to move from broad conceptual understandings
towards a nuanced appreciation of the potential of qualitative methods
in psychology.” —Neil Cooper, Professor of Learning and Teaching
in Psychology, University of East Anglia, UK “With a crystal clear
writing style, Frost enriches our understanding of the practice and
experience of doing pluralistic qualitative research – an invaluable
contribution.” —John McCarthy, Head of School of Applied
Psychology, University College Cork, Ireland “Frost has delivered a
highly relevant, useful, and contemporary book that will be a prized
guide on any qualitative journey.” —Brett Smith, Director of
Research, Department of Psychology, Durham University, UK “Nollaig
Frost has been instrumental to the advancement of a pluralistic
perspective in qualitative psychology. This keenly awaited second
edition of her book does not disappoint.” —Carla Willig,
bestselling author of Introducing Qualitative Research in Psychology
Nollaig Frost is Adjunct Professor at the School of Applied
Psychology, University College Cork, Ireland; Visiting Lecturer at
City, University of London, UK; and Visiting Researcher at Middlesex
University, UK. She teaches and supervises qualitative research to
students at all levels and has led the Pluralism in Qualitative
Research (PQR) project since its inception in 2006.
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ISBN
9780335248988
Publisert
2021
Utgave
2. utgave
Utgiver
McGraw-Hill UK
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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