Qualitative Methods in Social Research is an accessible and engaging introduction to qualitative research methods, covering a wide range of methods including ethnography, observation, interviewing, content analysis, and unobstrusive measures. The author includes current research examples and abundant exercises to help students understand and apply various research techniques
Includes bibliographical references (pages 237-250) and index
What is social research? -- Strategies for beginning research -- Ethical issues -- Observation : participant and otherwise -- Interviews -- Unobtrusive measures : anaylzing texts and material artifacts -- Action research -- Making sense of data -- Narrative analysis -- Writing about research
